Savory Garlic Butter Meatballs with Parmesan Pasta
Succulent garlic butter meatballs paired with creamy Parmesan pasta create a delightful dish, perfect for family dinners and cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 8 ounces pasta like spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese.
- Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and then add the baked meatballs.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the meatballs and butter.
- If the pasta seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese before serving.