This homemade spaghettiOs recipe tastes way better than the original! Use canned tomatoes and frozen meatballs for a convenient, but wholesome, version of this classic comfort food.
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Instructions
Cook the pasta rings according to the package directions. Drain and toss with the butter to coat. Set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, in a large skillet, combine the crushed tomatoes, sugar, Italian seasoning and salt. Cover and simmer over medium-high heat for 10 minutes.
Add the parmesan and heavy cream and stir until combined. Then add the meatballs and pasta and continue simmering for 12 minutes.
Serve with a little grated parmesan and some chopped parsley on top!
Notes
Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.Reheat: Pop it into the microwave in 30-second intervals until warm. You can also reheat it in a pot over medium-high heat for 8 to 10 minutes.Meatballs: Use any size frozen meatballs you prefer, but mini, bite-size ones will give you that authentic “canned” feel. If you have full size meatballs, feel free to quarter them. A few brands make smaller meatballs, but I found frozen mini beef meatballs at Target made by Earth’s Best brand.Use Homemade: Roll my baked Italian meatballs into mini-sized ones. Bake them at 350°F for 15 minutes, or until no longer pink. Add them to this recipe as directed.Vegetarian: Swap the meatballs for a plant-based alternative or skip them completely for a copycat version of the spaghettiOs original!Pasta: Set a timer on your phone so you can remove the pasta from the heat as soon as it’s al dente. If you over-cook it, it’ll get mushy once simmered in the sauce.Add Veggies: Add 1/2 cup of vegetables to bulk up this dish. Sautéed mushrooms, roasted peppers, and baby spinach are all great additions.Spicy: Add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to taste for some heat. I usually spice up my individual bowl to keep the rest kid friendly.Garlic: I skipped garlic to keep it as close to the original as possible, but when I make this at home I always add a little freshly minced garlic to the sauce. 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder would also work!Crushed Tomatoes: Use original to taste like traditional SpaghettiOs, or use fire roasted tomatoes for added flavor.