Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of Creamy Meatball Pasta, where tender meatballs are enveloped in a rich and luscious cream sauce, served over perfectly cooked spaghetti. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings. With its blend of garlic, Parmesan cheese, and savory meatballs, this creamy pasta recipe promises to be a new favorite at your table. In just 40 minutes, you can create a delicious meal that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound ground beef
- Salt and black pepper
- Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; brown the meatballs on all sides and remove from the skillet.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a simmer and mix well. If desired, thicken with cornstarch slurry.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer for 10-12 minutes until cooked through. Stir in Parmesan cheese.
- Toss cooked spaghetti with the meatballs and sauce until well coated.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg