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Garlic Butter Meatballs : Creamy Linguine Delight Recipe

Garlic Butter Meatballs : Creamy Linguine Delight Recipe
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This Garlic Butter Meatballs with Creamy Linguine Delight is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender homemade meatballs simmered in a savory garlic butter sauce, served atop rich and creamy Parmesan linguine. Perfect for a satisfying dinner, this recipe combines juicy meatballs with a luscious sauce and al dente pasta for a delightful meal.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground beef (or ½ beef + ½ pork for extra flavor)
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • Salt to taste

For the Parmesan Linguine:

  • 12 oz linguine
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Pasta water (as needed for consistency)

Instructions

  1. Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground meat, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined—don’t overwork the mixture to keep the meatballs tender. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, about 20 to 24 in total. Set aside.
  2. Sear the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Brown the meatballs on all sides, which should take about 6 to 8 minutes total. Remove the browned meatballs and set aside.
  3. Cook the Garlic Butter Sauce: Reduce the skillet heat to low. Add butter, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned. Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley. Return the meatballs to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them, then simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
  4. Make the Pasta: While the meatballs simmer, cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta cooking water and drain the rest. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan until fully melted and smooth. Thin the sauce with reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency. Season the sauce with salt and pepper. Toss the cooked linguine in the creamy Parmesan sauce until well coated.
  5. Plate and Serve: Serve the garlic butter meatballs on a bed of creamy Parmesan linguine. Drizzle extra garlic butter sauce from the pan over the top. Garnish with additional chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese for a beautiful and flavorful finish.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the meatball ingredients to keep them tender and juicy.
  • Browning the meatballs well adds flavor through caramelization.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency without diluting flavor.
  • Red pepper flakes are optional and can be adjusted based on spice preference.
  • Use fresh Parmesan cheese for the best melt and flavor.

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Keywords: garlic butter meatballs, creamy linguine, Parmesan pasta, easy dinner recipe, Italian meatballs, homemade meatballs, garlic butter sauce

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