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Garlic Butter Meatballs : Creamy Linguine Delight Recipe

Garlic Butter Meatballs : Creamy Linguine Delight Recipe
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A decadent and savory dish featuring flavorful garlic butter meatballs served atop a bed of creamy linguine. This recipe is a delightful blend of tender meatballs, rich buttery sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta, creating a satisfying and comforting 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. Step 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. Step 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. Step 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. Step 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. Step 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

  • You can customize the meatball mix by adding spices like oregano or paprika for extra flavor.
  • For a lighter option, you can use ground turkey in place of beef for the meatballs.

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Keywords: Garlic Butter Meatballs, Linguine, Creamy Pasta, Italian

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