Absolutely! 🍝 Here’s a classic Linguine & Meatballs recipe that’s comforting, hearty, and perfect for a family dinner.
🍝 Linguine & Meatballs
🥢 Ingredients
For the meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef (or mix of beef & pork)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
For the sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon sugar (to balance acidity)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried basil or Italian herbs
For the pasta:
- 12 oz linguine
- Salt, for pasta water
- Grated Parmesan, for serving
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish