Description
Linguine with meatballs is the ultimate comfort food, perfectly combining tender pasta with flavorful, juicy meatballs in a rich marinara sauce. This classic dish not only delights the taste buds but also warms the heart, making it ideal for family dinners or special occasions. Experience the nostalgic aroma and flavors that bring everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Roll into golf ball-sized meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear meatballs until golden brown on all sides (8-10 minutes).
- In the same skillet, add diced onion and sauté until translucent. Add crushed tomatoes and stir to combine.
- Return meatballs to the skillet; reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Cook linguine according to package instructions; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Toss cooked linguine with sauce and meatballs in the skillet; add reserved pasta water as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg