Description

Juicy garlic butter beef meatballs served over creamy Parmesan linguine for a rich, comforting, restaurant-style meal that’s easy enough for weeknights.

Ingredients

500g (1 lb) ground beef

1 egg

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

6 garlic cloves, minced (divided)

1/2 tsp onion powder

2 tbsp grated Parmesan (for meatballs)

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)

Salt and pepper to taste

4 tbsp butter (divided)

250g (9 oz) linguine

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup grated Parmesan (for sauce)

1/2 cup reserved pasta water (as needed)

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, 3 minced garlic cloves, onion powder, Parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined and form into 1-inch meatballs.
Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear meatballs on all sides until browned and cooked through, about 8–10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Cook linguine in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
In the same skillet, melt remaining 2 tbsp butter. Add remaining garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2–3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
Add cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
Return meatballs to the pan and simmer together for 1–2 minutes.
Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley before serving.

Notes

Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender.

Add red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for a lighter option.

Sautéed spinach or mushrooms can be added to the sauce for extra vegetables.

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4 of recipe)
Calories: 750 kcal
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 520 mg
Fat: 48 g
Saturated Fat: 25 g
Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
Trans Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 35 g
Cholesterol: 165 mg