Minute-Meatballs and Spaghetti

Slicing sausages into slices gives the illusion of meatballs when cooked. A fast and simple meat for your busy day.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb mild Italian sausage
• 1 (19 ounce) can Italian stewed tomatoes
• 1⁄4 cup tomato paste
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped fresh parsley
• 12  ounces spaghetti
• 1⁄4 cup  grated parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Cut sausages into 1/2" thick slices.
2. (I find it is a lot easier to do this if the sausage are frozen).
3. Cook over med-high heat, turning once, for 5 minutes or until browned.
4. Drain off fat.
5. In food processor or blender, puree tomatoes; pour into skillet.
6. Add tomato paste; bring to a boil.
7. Reduce heat to medium; simmer for 7 to 10 minutes or until thickened.
8. Stir in parsley.
9. Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook spaghetti for about 8 minutes or until tender but firm.
10. Drain& return to pot.
11. Add sauce; toss to coat.
12. Serve sprinkled with parmesan cheese.