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Garlic Butter Meatballs with Creamy Parmesan Linguine

  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Looking for a cozy, crowd-pleasing dish that’s indulgent, easy, and full of flavor? This Garlic Butter Meatballs with Creamy Parmesan Linguine is the perfect answer to your weeknight dinner cravings or special weekend comfort food sessions. With juicy meatballs drenched in golden garlic butter and swirled through velvety parmesan linguine, this easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering meal. Ideal for quick dinners, hearty lunches, or romantic at-home date nights, it’s a top pick for anyone needing rich, satisfying dinner ideas, easy comfort food, or pasta recipes that impress. The aromas alone will bring everyone running to the table.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced (divided)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chicken broth (for deglazing)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, pork, breadcrumbs, egg, half of the minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Shape mixture into 1 to 1½-inch meatballs.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear meatballs in batches until browned on all sides. Set aside.
  4. Meanwhile, boil linguine in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  5. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add remaining garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes.
  6. (Optional) Deglaze pan with chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
  7. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually stir in parmesan cheese until smooth.
  8. Add drained linguine to the sauce. Toss well, adding pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  9. Return meatballs to the skillet. Cover and simmer on low for 5–7 minutes until fully cooked and warmed through.
  10. Garnish with extra parsley and parmesan. Serve hot.

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