Name: Special Meatball Skillet Pasta
Ingredients: 1 pound Special Meat balls (1lb makes 16 Meatballs); 8 ounces penne pasta; 1 tbsp Olive oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes; 1 cup marinara sauce; 1 tsp Dried oregano; 1 tsp Dried basil; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Yields1 Serving

1 pound Special Meat balls (1lb makes 16 Meatballs)

8 ounces penne pasta

1 tbsp Olive oil

1 onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes

1 cup marinara sauce

1 tsp Dried oregano

1 tsp Dried basil

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), marinara sauce, dried oregano, and dried basil to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Once simmering, add the Special Meat balls to the skillet, stirring gently to coat them in the sauce. Allow the meatballs to heat through for about 5 minutes.

Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing gently to coat it in the sauce and distribute the meatballs evenly throughout.

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the pasta mixture.

Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.

Serve the Special Meatball Skillet Pasta hot, with additional grated Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.

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