Garlic Butter Meatballs with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

Ingredients:

For the Meatballs:
1 lb (450g) ground beef or ground chicken
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
For the Pasta and Sauce:
8 oz (225g) pasta of your choice (fettuccine, linguine, or spaghetti work well)
3 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

Prepare the Meatballs:

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and parsley.
Mix well and form into 1-inch meatballs.
Cook the Meatballs:

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
Add the meatballs and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning frequently until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Cook the Pasta:

Boil the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:

In the same skillet, melt another tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream, stirring well to combine.
Gradually add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Combine:

Add the cooked pasta and meatballs to the skillet with the sauce, tossing everything to coat.
Serve:

Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
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