Description
Tender Italian meatballs simmered in a rich, velvety cream sauce with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan. A comforting and crowd-pleasing main dish perfect for pasta nights or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper until just mixed.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Ensure the skillet is hot and the oil is shimmering but not smoking.
- Assemble the Dish: Shape the mixture into evenly sized meatballs and carefully place them into the skillet.
- Cook to Perfection: Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 8 to 10 minutes total. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add chicken broth, heavy cream, and Italian seasoning. Stir and let simmer for 5 minutes. Return the meatballs to the pan and cook for another 10 minutes until fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
- Finishing Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Sprinkle with extra parsley or Parmesan if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes, spooning plenty of creamy sauce over the top.
Notes
- Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatballs tender.
- Brown the meatballs in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Keep the sauce at a gentle simmer to prevent separation.
- Add a small squeeze of lemon juice at the end for extra brightness if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
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