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Garlic Butter Meatballs : Creamy Linguine Delight Recipe

Garlic Butter Meatballs : Creamy Linguine Delight Recipe
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Indulge in this delicious Garlic Butter Meatballs recipe served over creamy Parmesan linguine. Juicy meatballs made from a blend of ground beef and pork are seared to perfection and simmered in a flavorful garlic butter sauce, then paired with rich, cheesy linguine for a comforting and satisfying 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. Form into 1-inch balls (about 20–24 total). Set aside.
  2. Sear the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches and brown on all sides (about 6–8 minutes total). Remove and set aside.
  3. Cook the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to low. Add butter, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Return meatballs to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Simmer on low for 5–7 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Make the Pasta: While meatballs simmer, cook linguine according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water. In a saucepan, melt butter. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan until melted. Thin with pasta water if needed. Season with salt and pepper. Toss cooked linguine in the sauce until coated.
  5. Plate and Serve: Serve meatballs over a bed of creamy linguine. Drizzle with extra garlic butter from the pan. Garnish with more parsley and Parmesan.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use a mix of ground beef and pork for the meatballs.
  • Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency perfectly.
  • Red pepper flakes are optional; add them if you like a slight kick.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best taste and texture.

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

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