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Irresistible Linguine Meatballs Savor

Irresistible Linguine Meatballs: Taste 4 Secrets

  • Author: Maite
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Enjoy this irresistible linguine meatball recipe, a classic comfort food that’s easy to make and bursting with savory flavor. Tender pasta, juicy meatballs, and a rich marinara sauce make this dish a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
  • Extra Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. They don’t need to be cooked through.
  4. Pour the marinara sauce over the browned meatballs in the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and meatballs to cook through.
  5. While the meatballs simmer, cook the linguine pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente.
  6. Drain the linguine, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  7. Add the cooked linguine directly to the skillet with the meatballs and sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce seems too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and extra grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture or marinara sauce.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or a mix of beef and pork for the ground beef.
  • Homemade marinara sauce will enhance the flavor, but a good quality store-bought sauce works well too.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 75g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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