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Garlic Butter Meatballs

Garlic Butter Meatballs: Italian Comfort with a Twist

These Garlic Butter Meatballs, infused with rich flavors, are a perfect Italian comfort dish that impresses everyone at the table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground beef For a twist, substitute half with pork.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
  • 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Enhances richness.
  • 2 tbsp Chopped parsley Substitute with basil or cilantro for variation.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil For searing the meatballs.
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted butter Base of the garlic butter sauce.
  • 5 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes Optional.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
For the Creamy Linguine
  • 12 oz Linguine Can substitute with other pasta types.
  • 0.75 cup Heavy cream Use half-and-half for a lighter option.
  • 0.75 cup Additional Parmesan For enriching the dish.
  • Salt & pepper To taste.
  • Pasta water As needed for sauce consistency.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • skillet
  • saucepan
  • Pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and shape into 1-inch balls, aiming for 20-24 meatballs.
    Garlic Butter Meatballs
  2. Sear the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear meatballs in batches for 6-8 minutes until golden brown. Remove and keep warm.
    Garlic Butter Meatballs
  3. Cook the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, add butter and garlic, sauté for 1-2 minutes. Stir in red pepper flakes and lemon juice, simmering meatballs for 5-7 minutes.
    Garlic Butter Meatballs
  4. Make the Pasta: Cook linguine in salted water until al dente. Reserve pasta water, drain, and set aside.
    Garlic Butter Meatballs
  5. Prepare the Creamy Sauce: Melt butter, add cream, whisk in Parmesan, and adjust thickness with reserved pasta water. Season with salt and pepper.
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  6. Combine and Serve: Toss linguine with creamy sauce. Plate with meatballs on top, garnish with parsley and Parmesan. Serve immediately.
    Garlic Butter Meatballs

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Expert Tips: Avoid overmixing meatball ingredients, sear in batches, reserve pasta water, and customize flavors as desired.

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