Garlic Butter Meatballs : Creamy Linguine Delight
Garlic Butter Meatballs: Creamy Linguine Delight is the ultimate comfort food that effortlessly combines rich flavors with straightforward preparation. This dish features tender, juicy meatballs enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce, served over creamy linguine. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special family gatherings, it promises to satisfy everyone at the table. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can create a meal that feels gourmet yet is simple enough for any home cook. The versatility of this recipe allows for easy customization, making it an ideal choice for various tastes and dietary preferences. Enjoy every bite of this delightful pasta dish that brings warmth and joy to your dining experience!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing/Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or ½ beef + ½ turkey)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 12 oz linguine
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 5 cloves garlic
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground meat, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Sear meatballs in olive oil over medium heat until browned on all sides (6-8 minutes).
- In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic; cook until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and return meatballs to coat in sauce.
- Cook linguine according to package directions; reserve pasta water.
- In another pan, combine butter and cream over medium heat until simmering; mix in Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Serve meatballs over linguine drizzled with extra sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg