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Ingredients
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- 1 pound dry pasta rings
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 (28 oz) cans crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 20 oz frozen bite-sized meatballs
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Chopped fresh parsley, optional garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta rings until al dente, drain, and toss with butter.
- In a large skillet, combine crushed tomatoes, sugar, Italian seasoning, and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and heavy cream until well combined.
- Add frozen meatballs and cooked pasta to the sauce. Simmer for an additional 12 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan and chopped parsley.
Notes
For bolder flavor, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Ensure pasta is al dente for the best texture.
Seasonal vegetables can be added for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 20
- Cholesterol: 30