Description
Indulge in the comforting richness of Creamy Meatball Pasta, where tender meatballs meet a velvety cream sauce, spaghetti, and a sprinkle of Parmesan. This delightful dish is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for various occasions—from family dinners to cozy weeknight meals. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes followed by a cooking time of 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for those busy evenings when you crave something hearty yet satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon 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 spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Form into meatballs (about 1 inch).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides; remove from skillet.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a simmer. If desired, mix cornstarch with water to thicken.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then toss in the cooked spaghetti until well coated.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg