Homemade Spaghetti-O’s
Enjoy a nostalgic and comforting meal with this homemade Spaghetti-O’s recipe. Delight in ring-shaped pasta smothered in a flavorful tomato sauce, accompanied by savory Italian-style meatballs and topped with freshly shaved Parmesan cheese and basil.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces ring-shaped pasta (Anelli Siciliani)
- 30 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon Cantanzaro herbs
- 2 teaspoons white sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 16 ounces Italian-style meatballs
Garnish:
- 1/2 cup freshly shaved Parmesan cheese, or as needed
- fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil the ring-shaped pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a separate pot, combine tomato sauce, Cantanzaro herbs, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add Meatballs: Add Italian-style meatballs to the sauce and cook until heated through.
- Combine: Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve: Divide into bowls, garnish with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding more vegetables like diced bell peppers or mushrooms.
- For a spicy kick, sprinkle red pepper flakes on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Homemade, Spaghetti-O's, Pasta, Tomato Sauce, Meatballs, Comfort Food
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