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Home » Recipes » Pasta ,Pizza, Gnocchi

Meatballs in Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Published: Oct 3, 2020 · Modified: Aug 23, 2025 by Marisa Franca

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Cast iron skillet filled with Italian meatballs in a brown mushroom gravy.

Creamy Mushroom Sauce with Italian Meatballs is one of favorite quick recipes since we start with ready-made meatballs. We've used our Garlicky Meatballs in this recipe as well as our mouth-watering Spicy Venison ones. The rich gravy soaks into the meat infusing it with the rich buttery taste.

Italian Meatballs in a Creamy Mushroom Sauce over Fettuccini @ Allourway.com
Jump to:
  • Creamy Mushroom Sauce -- the inspiration
  • The ingredients
  • Brown butter enriches a recipe
  • Melt the butter lemon-- yellow to toasty brown
  • Start on the Creamy Mushroom Sauce
  • Creamy Mushroom Gravy with Meatballs Recipe
  • 📖 Recipe
  • 💬 Comments

Creamy Mushroom Sauce -- the inspiration

I'm excited about sharing our recipe for Italian Meatballs in Creamy Mushroom Sauce. The sauce is so simple to make, and yet, the taste is rich and complex made so by the brown butter.

The inspiration for this recipe came from a purchase of imported truffle flavored fettuccini. We bought the pasta from one of our favorite Italian delis/stores/restaurants in Venice, Florida called Angelos.

We knew this pasta called for a special sauce and this Creamy Mushroom Sauce is perfect!

But this silky sauce is also delicious on top of your favorite noodles, polenta or potatoes.

The ingredients

  • Cooked warm meatballs -- beef, venison, lamb or pork
  • Unsalted butter -- half a stick
  • Garlic
  • Shallots
  • Mushrooms -- combination of shiitake, cremini, or what ever kind you like.
  • Fresh thyme
  • White wine - not sweet
  • Beef stock or broth
  • Sour Cream
  • All-purpose flour - for thickening.
  • Salt and Pepper

Chef Tip: We like to use Wondra Flour for this. It's easy to use when making sauces and it doesn't clump.

Italian Meatballs in Creamy Mushroom Sauce @allourway.com

Brown butter enriches a recipe

The first thing I did was brown the butter -- it gave the sauce a nutty flavor and a richer taste. I find myself browning butter more and more.

It makes such a big difference in a recipe, and the aroma is out of this world. And better yet, it's a snap to make.

The French call brown butter beurre noisette, and you can use it in just about any recipe that calls for butter including cakes, cookies, or sauces. It tastes fantastic over pasta, fish dishes, and vegetables.

Add a little bit to regular butter, then whip it up to put on hot bread -- oh my, I can taste it now!!

It's easy to brown just enough for a recipe but why not make a large batch and keep it in the fridge? Even better yet, freeze it in ice cube trays and always have some on hand.

Italian Meatballs in Creamy Mushroom Sauce @allourway.com

Melt the butter lemon-- yellow to toasty brown

To make the brown butter start melting it over medium heat.

If you are unfamiliar with browning butter, use a pan with a light-colored bottom so you can watch the color of the butter.

Stir so that the butter cooks evenly. As the butter melts, it foams. The color of the butter will change from lemon-yellow to a golden-tan and finally to a toasty-brown.

Once you smell that nutty aroma, take the pan off the heat and transfer to a heatproof bowl to cool. Some people like to strain the dregs from the butter -- we like the flavor, so we keep them in.

Italian Meatballs in Creamy Mushroom Sauce made with brown butter @allourway.com

I made just one batch of butter for the Italian Meatballs in Creamy Mushroom Sauce. The only thing that needs to be prepared is the creamy mushroom sauce -- we always have our Italian meatballs baked, frozen and ready to heat up. You can make up a batch of our spicy garlicky meatballs or use your own.

We've even added our Spicy Venison Meatballs to the delicious gravy and they tasted out of this world.

Once the butter reaches the toasty brown color, add the slivered garlic clove and minced shallots sautéing for one minute.

Sauté Mushrooms in brown butter for the creamy mushroom sauce @allourway.com

Start on the Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Then comes the combination of sliced Shiitake, Cremini, and white button mushrooms.

Add the thyme. Sauté on medium heat for about 10 minutes; the mushrooms will release their liquid. Add the flour and continue to sauté for another 2 to 3 minutes -- stirring well.

Pour in the beef broth and wine, continue to stir.

The sauce will begin to thicken. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes. Stir in the sour cream. Add the Italian meatballs and bathe them in the creamy mushroom sauce. Cook for another 3 minutes.

Be prepared to enjoy an exquisite dish. We hope you try it and let us know if you like it. Do you have a favorite noodle dish? Let us know in the comments.

If you love meatballs, you must try our tasty Italian Meat Soup recipe. It features juicy meatballs, fresh vegetables, and farfalle pasta in a rich tomato sauce.

Another meatball recipe you're going to love combines comfort and crunch in the best way. With our healthy Asian Meatballs, you get crunch with a kick for an appetizer or dinner.

We love a delicious gravy with egg noodles and ground beef recipe. If you do too, you have to try our scrumptious Ground Beef Stroganoff. It is super easy and will definitely make it often on your menu rotation.

Tutti a tavola è pronto!

Un caro saluto e alla prossima.

Cast iron skillet with Italian meatballs in Mushroom gravy.

Creamy Mushroom Gravy with Meatballs Recipe

These Garlicky Italian meatballs bathe in a silky homemade mushroom gravy. The delicious sauce starts out with brown butter and a quick sauté of garlic and shallots then the addition of three kinds of mushrooms. We finish the sauce with the addition of sour cream adding to a rich taste and feel. We put it over fettuccini but you can serve it with mashed potatoes or polenta.

Next time you want to have a meatball and sauce dinner, try out our Swedish Meatballs with Rich Brown Sauce. These meatballs have the unique flavor the Ikea meatballs are known for.

When you want to turn your kitchen into a little French bistro, make this easy Coq au Vin Blanc with Turkey Meatballs recipe. Easy to make in one pot.

📖 Recipe

White platter filled with egg noodles topped with Italian meatballs in a creamy mushroom gravy.

Italian Meatballs in Creamy Mushroom Sauce

A delicious sauce that starts out with brown butter and a quick sauté of garlic and shallots then the addition of three kinds of mushrooms. It is finished with the addition of sour cream adding to a rich finish.
4.96 from 22 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 510kcal
Author: Marisa Franca @ All Our Way
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Ingredients

  • 12 cooked warm meatballs -- or as many as you want.
  • Fettuccini made according to package directions.
  • 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter -- half of a stick
  • 1 garlic clove slivered
  • 3 shallots minced
  • 10 oz. combination sliced mushrooms shiitake, cremini (baby bellas, white button)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme chopped
  • ½ cup white wine
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 3 - 4 Tablespoons Wondra flour may use all-purpose flour**
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Melt the butter over medium heat in a pan with a light-colored bottom so you can keep an eye on the color of the butter. When the color of the butter turns from lemon yellow to a golden tan add the garlic and shallots. Sauté for about a minute.
  • Add the mushrooms and continue to sauté until the mushrooms release their liquid and you can see them taking on a golden color about 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and mix well. Sprinkle in the thyme and continue to sauté for about another few minutes cooking the flour with the butter and mushrooms.
  • Stir in the beef broth and wine. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for another 10 minutes. The sauce should be thickening.
  • Stir in the sour cream, mixing well.
  • Add the meatballs to the creamy mushroom sauce and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes bathing the meatballs with the rich sauce.
  • Serve the meatballs and creamy mushroom sauce over the prepared fettuccine.

Notes

  • ** We like to use Wondra flour when making sauces -- it is easy to use and doesn't clump.

Nutrition

Calories: 510kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 113mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 541mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 430IU | Vitamin C: 3.5mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 2.4mg

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    Comments

    1. Lisa

      December 16, 2025 at 8:37 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious! My whole family enjoyed this recipe!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        December 17, 2025 at 8:24 am

        Ciao Lisa! I'm so glad you and your family enjoyed the recipe. Hope you have a wonderful holiday season! xoxo

        Reply
    2. Sandy

      April 27, 2023 at 11:24 pm

      Hi Marisa, do you think the meatballs could be subbed with tofu? I have a niece who’s a vegetarian and wanted to pass on this recipe to her.
      By the way I made this tonight (with meatballs) and it was awesome!!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        April 28, 2023 at 3:36 pm

        Hi Sandy!! I'm so happy you wrote and let us know how much you liked the meatballs. As far as using tofu, I can't say for sure since I haven't worked with it. I know there is some vegan-style meat but I can't tell you for sure how it would taste. If she does try, let us know. Happy weekend. xoxo

        Reply
    3. Jovina Coughlin

      October 05, 2022 at 10:30 am

      Great looking recipe.

      Reply
    4. Jenn E

      August 03, 2022 at 12:30 pm

      5 stars
      The sauce was a bit thin. Maybe use 2 beef bouillon cubes in less than 2 cups of water? I followed all of the directions.

      Reply
    5. Karen (Back Road Journal)

      November 09, 2020 at 2:43 pm

      I remember when you first shared this recipe with us...it reminds me of stroganoff and was delicious.

      Reply
      • Jenn E

        August 02, 2022 at 9:04 pm

        4 stars
        I would recommend some sort of cheese as a topping to this recipe. I forgot my Parmesan at my mom's house, so I used Whole Mk Mozzarella. I used bowtie pasta (farfalle) because it's easier to eat. Very good, and could even be a soup without the pasta.

        Reply
    6. Paula Montenegro

      October 12, 2020 at 6:01 am

      5 stars
      The idea of browning the butter first is just awesome, so much flavor! Thanks for this recipe. I always make meatballs in tomato sauce, and this is like the best alternative as we're all mushroom lovers here.

      Reply
    7. Chef Dennis

      October 11, 2020 at 8:31 pm

      5 stars
      this was such a flavorful dinner. thanks for such an easy to prepare recipe

      Reply
    8. Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer

      October 11, 2020 at 3:58 pm

      5 stars
      Talk about super tender and packed with flavor! These meatballs are right up my alley! So delicious and perfect on a cool Autumn night! Give me this with a side of mashed potatoes and I'm in heaven!

      Reply
    9. Amanda

      October 11, 2020 at 2:40 pm

      5 stars
      These meatballs are fabulous! They came out so tender, and that creamy mushroom sauce added the perfect decadent finishing touch. Highly recommend!

      Reply
    10. Beth

      October 10, 2020 at 4:46 pm

      5 stars
      What a genius idea to brown the butter - I can imagine how much wonderful flavor that gives the mushrooms and the sauce. Going to check out your post on the meatballs, too, of course.

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 11, 2020 at 7:07 am

        Thank you, Beth! I'm sure you and your family will enjoy them. Happy cooking. xoxo

        Reply
    11. Kushigalu

      October 10, 2020 at 12:52 am

      5 stars
      Love mushroom sauce but never tried with meatballs. Sounds delicious. I would love to try this soon

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 11, 2020 at 7:07 am

        Hello, Kushigalu! I know you won't be disappointed.

        Reply
    12. Sandra Shaffer

      October 08, 2020 at 9:03 pm

      5 stars
      You know it's good when you want to lick the plate! haha - the browned butter smells amazing while cooking. This is pure comfort food for us!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 11, 2020 at 7:09 am

        Well, if you end up licking the plate, I won't tell!! 😂 Hope you're having a nice Autumn! xoxo

        Reply
    13. Candice

      October 07, 2020 at 1:15 pm

      5 stars
      The perfect, delicious topping to any pasta... and the perfect weeknight dinner! What a recipe! Such a great mushroom sauce. Will be making this one again!

      Reply
    14. Tami Zimmerman

      October 06, 2020 at 3:19 pm

      5 stars
      I made this for dinner last night and let me tell you.. it was absolutely delicious! My family loved it so much, they went back for seconds! Great recipe! Thanks so much for sharing!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 06, 2020 at 3:55 pm

        Thank you so much for your sweet comment, Tami! I'm so glad you're family loved the meatballs and sauce. xoxo

        Reply
    15. Bernice Hill

      October 06, 2020 at 1:42 am

      5 stars
      I love all kinds of meatballs but meatballs with mushroom gravy is my absolute favourite. Starting with brown butter is a great tip for a super rich sauce.

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 06, 2020 at 7:44 am

        I'm with you Bernice! We do love our meatballs - they are so handy to have for a quick meal. xoxo

        Reply
    16. Janelle

      October 05, 2020 at 7:01 pm

      5 stars
      The tip about browning butter is fabulous. It really does make a difference. What I really like about this recipe is that the meatballs on their own in the sauce are delicious.

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 06, 2020 at 7:43 am

        Thank you, Janelle! It really is a great tasting switch from a tomato based sauce.xoxo

        Reply
    17. Teresa

      November 10, 2017 at 9:45 pm

      My mouth is watering just reading the ingredients and seeing the pictures. I'm positive this is delicious! Thank you for sharing it with the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I've pinned and shared.

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        November 11, 2017 at 2:51 pm

        Thank you, Teresa! And I appreciate you sharing the recipe. I hope you try out the recipe.

        Reply
    18. Karen (Back Road Journal)

      November 03, 2017 at 10:22 am

      A delicious change from tomato sauce and it appears I'm not the only one who thinks so. 🙂

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        November 05, 2017 at 8:28 am

        Hi, Karen! For some reason, the red sauce seems more rustic while the creamy mushroom seems more elegant! We do enjoy our mushrooms.

        Reply
    19. Patrick@looneyforfood.com

      November 02, 2017 at 10:31 am

      Wow this sounds incredible. I would love too make a large batch and keep it in the fridge for dinners and lunch all week (or random midnight snacks)

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        November 02, 2017 at 10:45 am

        Hi, Patrick!! It is super delicious! Thank you for commenting!! Have a wonderful week!!

        Reply
    20. Tina | The Worktop

      October 30, 2017 at 7:09 am

      I have never thought about freezing brown butter! What a smart idea. I make it all the time, but it would be so easy just to throw in some cubes of it when I want an extra flavor boost in a dish.

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 31, 2017 at 7:57 am

        Hi, Tina! Sometimes butter is on sale too so it would be great to go ahead and make some brown butter up and then you'd save time when you need it. A true win-win. ????xoxo

        Reply
    21. swathi

      October 29, 2017 at 7:08 pm

      Looks delicious creamy mushroom so with meatballs make any meal extra special. Only last week I made browned butter mushroom soup, I like that it perfectly paired with special linguine.

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 30, 2017 at 6:59 am

        Hi, Swathi! I know browning the butter certainly adds a beautiful dimension to a recipe, doesn't it?xoxo

        Reply
    22. Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife

      October 29, 2017 at 5:35 pm

      I really enjoy a good mushroom sauce, and brown butter sauce is one of my favorites to enjoy with pasta. I love how you browned the butter for this cream sauce! The dish looks so satisfying!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 30, 2017 at 7:00 am

        Hi, Marlynn! It really was a fantastic dish - the sauce made it super special.xoxo

        Reply
    23. Catherine

      October 29, 2017 at 3:45 pm

      I feel like it has been ages since I've had a creamy pasta dish like this..and it has been far too long! Perfect weekend for this kind of comfort food...looks delicious!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 30, 2017 at 7:04 am

        Thank you, Catherine! Comfort food in cold weather certainly warms us up!! Have a great week.

        Reply
    24. Adriana

      October 29, 2017 at 2:32 pm

      What a lovely dinner fettuccine is one of my favorite pastas. I need to try your version soon sounds like a great option for the fall

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 30, 2017 at 7:05 am

        Hi, Adriana! What's nice about the sauce is that it's easy to make. If you're like us, you have some form of meatball made up and frozen. An easy meal to put together.

        Reply
    25. Veena Azmanov

      October 29, 2017 at 12:31 pm

      5 stars
      I love this recipe Marisa. My kids are big fans of meatballs and I love making them in a mushrooms sauce too!. Mine is not similar to yours so next time I'm trying your version ! I love how soft the meatball become when they soak up all that mushroom sauce.

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 30, 2017 at 7:07 am

        Hi, Veena! Kids of all ages seem to love meatballs. It's a good thing because they're easy to make and great to have stashed away ready to use. xoxo

        Reply
    26. Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh

      October 29, 2017 at 11:23 am

      I made something really similar this weekend, while working on new recipes. I didn't use the white wine, but I bet that added so much flavor to it.

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 30, 2017 at 7:07 am

        Hi, Joanna! Wine does add an extra depth to the recipe. Try it next time. xoxo

        Reply
    27. Debi at Life Currents

      October 29, 2017 at 9:59 am

      I love mushrooms, could be my Slavic roots. This looks great. I think I can easily make it vegetarian by using veggie meatballs and veggie broth. Totally going to be dinner soon.

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 30, 2017 at 7:09 am

        Hi, Debi!! That certainly would work. The mushroom cream sauce is loaded with flavor. It would make an excellent vegetarian meal.

        Reply
    28. Andrea

      October 29, 2017 at 4:41 am

      Nothing screams comfort food as homemade meatballs! Yum!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 29, 2017 at 6:15 am

        Hi, Andrea! I agree!!xoxo

        Reply
    29. Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy

      October 28, 2017 at 11:59 pm

      5 stars
      When I was a kid, my mom had a version of meatballs in mushroom soup. It has been a long time since I made her recipe. This reminds me of that....now I have to make this....food memories are wonderful.

      Reply
    30. Noel Lizotte

      October 28, 2017 at 7:04 pm

      5 stars
      This is a great looking recipe. I'm going to give this a try. We usually have meatballs in a marinara sauce - this looks like a nice change up.

      By the way - speaking in front of groups gets easier the more you do it. I know it's tough, but you just did the hardest speaking engagement ever ... that first one! Congrats!

      Reply
    31. Jean | DelightfulRepast.com

      October 28, 2017 at 12:21 pm

      Marisa, this sounds sooooo good! Must pick up some mushrooms this week. I like to make a gazillion meatballs and then freeze them in meal-size batches. Makes putting dinner together a snap. I do love a good noodle dish - one of my faves is my homemade fetuccine with nothing much besides brown butter and Parmesan. But that doesn't make a meal for my husband as this would!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 28, 2017 at 6:12 pm

        I hear you, Jean! Unless Hubby has "meat" it's not a meal. And we do exactly like you. When we make meatballs, ravioli, pasta, etc. we make a lot and freeze. That way you're not getting the equipment out often and you have delicious things frozen, on the ready. Have a great weekend. xoxo

        Reply
    32. Susie

      October 28, 2017 at 1:18 am

      Hi Marisa, Yes, I know what you mean about brown butter.....DELICIOUS.....makes a big difference in taste and flavor of recipe. I can't wait to try this recipe.....I'm sure it's a winner????????????.

      I'll be in touch soon....We can't believe it's time for your return home....Take care, be safe, much love as always.....

      PS. I'm so proud of you giving presentation about blogging to ladies group????????????????????????????????Way to go, sis????

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 28, 2017 at 7:28 am

        Hi, Susie! Thank you!! Can you believe it's Halloween already? Gosh, where did the time go? Are the little ones dressing up? Give everyone a big hug from us. Talk to you soon. Sending big ???? to you, sis!!

        Reply
    33. Debbie and George

      October 27, 2017 at 2:47 pm

      Hi! Marisa,

      I'm not sure how I missed this two years ago when you so graciously agreed to speak at the Christian Women's Connection on St. Simons Island. You were wonderful! You explained in easy enough terms for us to understand your endeavor of blogging along with ideas for others to try it too. Most of all, you helped a friend in need... Thank you again. So excited about your next project.

      I know you guys are already packing up to return home. Be safe, an we look forward to your next visit, as always.

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        October 28, 2017 at 7:26 am

        It was my pleasure, Debbie!! Once it was over I thought it was kind of fun. You know, like childbirth -- that wasn't so bad after all and you forget all the rest. ????

        Reply
    34. Jenna

      August 08, 2017 at 11:33 am

      Mmmmm! Seriously that cream sauce though. With brown butter. Yes, please!

      Reply
    35. Monica

      February 11, 2017 at 8:15 am

      I love brown butter in anything (of course!) but never thought to make a big batch and freeze it, so interesting! Does it hold its flavor well?

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        February 11, 2017 at 8:32 am

        Hello, Monica! Yes, it does hold up well but we've had it in the fridge for a while and use it as we go along. Use it for veggies or in scrambled eggs, omelets -- YUM!

        Reply
        • Norah

          August 06, 2022 at 10:59 am

          Can I make this ahead and reheat it in the crockpot?

          Reply
          • Marisa Franca

            August 06, 2022 at 11:07 am

            Hi, Norah! Absolutely. It shouldn't pose a problem at all! Have a wonderful day!xoxo

            Reply
    36. Julie | Bunsen Burner Bakery

      February 08, 2017 at 2:35 pm

      This sounds so good! I love mushrooms so a creamy mushroom sauce is right my alley. What a great change from the typical meatballs in red sauce (or "gravy" as the Italians call it here in Philly!).

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        February 08, 2017 at 4:31 pm

        Oh, don't get me started on the gravy issue, Julie! My hackles rise every time I hear it. I don't know how many times I've explained that Italians do not have a word for gravy. I know, I know, its and Philly, New Jersey thing but it still makes me cringe. See, there I go on my soapbox 🙂 You'll really like the sauce and meatballs.

        Reply
    37. Uma

      February 07, 2017 at 3:19 pm

      Presentation about blogging, that's my favorite part. 🙂 very nice and neat way of platting!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        February 07, 2017 at 4:00 pm

        Thank you, Uma! I do enjoy blogging and recording the recipes we make.

        Reply
    38. Manila Spoon

      February 07, 2017 at 12:22 pm

      You totally had me at creamy mushroom sauce! Hubby and I will totally feast on this meatball dish!! A must-try!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        February 07, 2017 at 12:33 pm

        I'm sure you and hubby will enjoy it! If you have any leftover -- it still tastes great the following day.

        Reply
    39. Sandhya Ramakrishnan

      February 07, 2017 at 11:04 am

      It is so awesome that you got to make a presentation about blogging. It is something we enjoy and I am so happy you got to spread the word. The sauce that you have is a great change from the routine. Looks wonderful!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        February 07, 2017 at 12:31 pm

        Hello, Sandhya! I do love blogging just like most of the other food bloggers. The ladies were gracious. I hope you try the sauce -- it is very good.

        Reply
    40. Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie

      February 07, 2017 at 9:23 am

      I've only ever browned butter in dessert recipes, I must try it in savory!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        February 07, 2017 at 12:29 pm

        Erin, it makes a world of difference in taste!

        Reply
    41. valmg @ From Val's Kitchen

      February 06, 2017 at 10:19 pm

      We are big meatball fans here. Hubby would have enjoyed this back in the day when he was allowed to eat mushrooms, he loved them.

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        February 07, 2017 at 7:02 am

        Hello, Val! Aww! Poor Hubby! Perhaps you could make the gravy without the mushrooms. Sadly it wouldn't taste as rich. 🙁

        Reply
    42. Dene' V. Alexander

      February 06, 2017 at 8:22 pm

      I am always looking for a good meatball recipe. Your recipe fits the bill and shall be quickly assigned to the 3 lbs of beef currently in my freezer! I usually do a mixture of rosemary, onion and garlic, but I love the flavors you have used here!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        February 07, 2017 at 7:01 am

        That great, Dene'! Let me know how you like the recipe. Have a great day!

        Reply
    43. Hanady | Recipe Nomad

      February 06, 2017 at 7:08 pm

      You've got me drooling! This looks incredible and I couldn't agree with you more on browning the butter first. It really adds a depth of flavor to any dish!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        February 07, 2017 at 7:00 am

        Thank you! The nice part about the recipe it is simple but the taste is guest worthy! 🙂

        Reply
    44. Stephanie@ApplesforCJ

      February 06, 2017 at 2:11 pm

      This mushroom sauce sounds amazing. I use mushrooms all the time in place of meat. I love the smell of butter browning and I could almost smell the aroma as I was reading this.. 🙂

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        February 06, 2017 at 3:09 pm

        Hi, Stephanie! Our fridge is always stocked with mushrooms. I find so many uses for them. Do you ever grill the big portabella mushrooms? They are so meaty and good!

        Reply
    45. Jolina

      February 06, 2017 at 12:58 pm

      Truffle flavored fettuccine sounds delightful! And you're right, that warrants an extra special sauce. And this is it 🙂 From the browned butter to the mushrooms, just fantastic!

      Reply
      • Marisa Franca

        February 06, 2017 at 3:08 pm

        Hi, Jolina! The brown butter and mushrooms are almost magical in their combination. The sauce gives such a fantastic flavor to the meatballs.

        Reply
    46. Kathy McDaniel

      February 06, 2017 at 12:40 pm

      You got me at mushroom sauce and then I read brown butter! Hello wonderful! Those meatballs and sauce look so decadent and delicious! The perfect dish for company (if I don't devour it all first!) Yum!!

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      • Marisa Franca

        February 06, 2017 at 3:06 pm

        I know what you mean, Kathy. Just hand me a ladle and let me at the meatballs and sauce. 🙂

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    47. Vanessa Price

      February 06, 2017 at 11:32 am

      This is one of those comfort food recipes that I would be all over! It looks simply delicious.

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      • Marisa Franca

        February 06, 2017 at 3:05 pm

        Hello, Vanessa. It is good. Like a Stroganoff with an Italian twist.

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    48. Megan Marlowe

      February 06, 2017 at 11:01 am

      I'm drooling over that mushroom sauce. Mushrooms are one of my favorite things to eat and sadly, I'm the only one who feels that way in the family. Therefore, I usually have to make myself a side of mushroom gravy or sauce just so my family doesn't refuse to eat dinner. They really don't know what they are missing out on. Can't wait to make this dish for myself and eat leftovers for the whole week, all by myself! 😉

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      • Marisa Franca

        February 06, 2017 at 3:03 pm

        Hi, Megan! If you used blended the mushrooms into the sauce would your family still balk at eating the sauce? My friend's husband insists he hates mushrooms and can taste them in anything she makes. Well, she blends them into the sauce so he can't see the little chunks. 🙂

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    49. Byron Thomas

      February 06, 2017 at 10:47 am

      Wow - I'd eat that entire dish if it were set before me. 🙂 I could skip the noodles, just give those meatballs and that sauce. Yum. Sounds and looks super delicious!

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      • Marisa Franca

        February 06, 2017 at 10:49 am

        Thanks, Byron! The meatballs are garlicky -- but we like garlic and the noodles are just there to soak up the sauce. Eliminate the noodles and enjoy!

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    50. Sarah @ Champagne Tastes

      February 06, 2017 at 10:35 am

      I'm not much of a meat eater, but that mushroom sauce sounds delicious! I'm always trying to add more mushrooms into my diet- and they're so meaty and flavorful in cream sauce. YUM!

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      • Marisa Franca

        February 06, 2017 at 10:50 am

        We really love mushrooms. We always have some in our fridge. The mushrooms give the sauce a real rich taste.

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    51. Sharee

      November 02, 2015 at 11:04 am

      looks great! nice to meet you!

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      • Marisa Franca

        November 02, 2015 at 12:24 pm

        Thank you! It's nice to meet you too.

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    52. gloria

      October 10, 2015 at 8:01 pm

      Look delizioso ! I love mushrooms !!
      Baci!

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      • Marisa Franca

        October 11, 2015 at 7:14 am

        Grazie mille!! Abbracci forti!!

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    53. Frank

      October 09, 2015 at 7:40 am

      Yummy! I don't know anything that doesn't taste better in a mushroom cream sauce. (Well, outside dessert, of course...)

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      • Marisa Franca

        October 09, 2015 at 7:43 am

        Sono d'accordo!!

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    54. speedy70

      October 07, 2015 at 3:27 pm

      Un piatto unico tanto gustoso ed invitante, complimenti, è un piacere conoscerti!!!!

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      • Marisa Franca

        October 07, 2015 at 4:55 pm

        Grazie mille! Il piacere è tutto mio.

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    55. eugenia

      October 07, 2015 at 2:09 pm

      Ciao, Marisa. Che meravigliosa ricetta, così ricca di gusto! Ottima l'idea di utilizzare il burro noisette per la salsa; immagino aggiunga un sapore molto più intenso !
      Complimenti per il tuo blog.

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      • Marisa Franca

        October 07, 2015 at 2:38 pm

        Ciao Eugenia! Grazie mille baci e un abbraccio forte!

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    56. Silvia

      October 07, 2015 at 10:53 am

      vengo qui direttamente dal blog di Chiara che ha scritto oggi un post sul tuo blog, gustosa ed invitante questa ricetta! Un abbraccio SILVIA

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      • Marisa Franca

        October 07, 2015 at 2:26 pm

        Grazie mille sei molto gentile. Un abbraccio forte

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    57. Claudia

      October 07, 2015 at 7:57 am

      Ciao Marisa, arrivo dal blog di Chiara.. Ho letto tutta la tua storia.. complimenti per il blog e questa ricetta! Io amo le polpette e con la salsa a base di funghi immagino che bontà! baci

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      • Marisa Franca

        October 07, 2015 at 2:31 pm

        Ciao Claudia!! Grazie, è un piacere conoscerti. Abbracci!

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    58. Fr@

      October 07, 2015 at 5:41 am

      Ciao piacere di conoscerti, vengo dal blog di Chiara. Questo piatto è una delizia, adoro le polpette ed affini. A presto.

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      • Marisa Franca

        October 07, 2015 at 5:58 am

        Ciao! Piacere mio. Grazie, il piatto è squisito. Buona giornata e alla prossima.

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    59. Andreea

      October 07, 2015 at 3:12 am

      Grazie a Chiara e al suo racconto su di te, ho trovato il tuo blog e sono venuta a curiosare. Questo è un piatto squisito, ricco di gusto. La pasta fresca con crema di funghi e polpette è il piatto che ci vuole ! Complimenti per il blog !

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      • Marisa Franca

        October 07, 2015 at 6:05 am

        Grazie Andreea! Sono contenta che sei venuta a visitare il mio blog. Siamo matti per polpette e funghi ma anche tutto italiano. Spero che trovarmi di nuovo. Buona giornata.

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    60. Dalia

      October 04, 2015 at 12:44 am

      Ciao Marisa, che bel blog e che bellissime ricette. Questa ricetta ha fatto venire l'acquolina in bocca e ho veramente di prepararla a casa. Complimenti 🙂

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      • Marisa Franca

        October 04, 2015 at 7:46 am

        Grazie mille, Dalia. Sei molto gentile! Spero che ti piaccia la ricetta.

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    61. Chiara

      October 01, 2015 at 5:02 pm

      che meravigliose polpette Marisa, voglio provare a farle come le tue !

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      • Marisa Franca

        October 01, 2015 at 6:10 pm

        Grazie Chiara! Noi pensiamo che sono molto buoni. Fatemi sapere come ti piacciono.

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    62. Rina I Thee Cook

      October 01, 2015 at 1:13 pm

      Yum! One of my favorite ways to eat meatballs! Thanks so much for joining in the fun at Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop!!!

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    63. Ciao Chow Linda

      September 28, 2015 at 1:00 pm

      Oh my goodness. As soon as I read the title, I was hooked. I cannot wait to try this recipe after I get back. It looks fabulous, kind of like a beef stroganoff, but with meatballs. I usually serve my meatballs with tomato sauce, but this one's next on the hit parade. And I'll bet you were just fine on the talk!

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      • Marisa Franca

        September 30, 2015 at 4:55 pm

        We will forever alternate our meatballs with this sauce and a tomato sauce. It makes such a nice change. And the talk?? It was okay but I've got a lot to learn -- like asking if everyone can hear me???

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    64. Jovina Coughlin

      September 28, 2015 at 8:46 am

      This dish looks delicious and a nice change from tomato sauce.
      I see we are both fans of Wondra flour.
      Enjoy Saint Simons Island and great success with your new career in public speaking.

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      • Marisa Franca

        September 30, 2015 at 4:56 pm

        Wondra flour is great isn't it? We keep it on hand specifically for gravies. We really enjoyed the meatballs with the mushroom sauce for a change.

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