A Simple Meal

I enjoy cooking but on a daily basis I like to keep things simple. One of the favorites in my home is a simple pasta with meatballs and marinara sauce. Since I am not a meat eater I make some substitutions which my son enjoys. I use Trader Joe's meatless meatballs, I believe they win hands down in the flavor department but if I am in a pinch I pick up another brand at my local grocery store. For the sauce I love the Barilla line, this time I used Mushroom and garlic sauce and spiced it up with McCormick's Italian Herb Seasoning (in the grinder). I placed both in a casserole dish and baked in the oven for about 10 minutes. At the same time I cooked the pasta (don't forget to add EVOO!) and I lightly salted the water with Diamond Crystal Salt Sense (33% less sodium than other salt).

And in ten minutes I had a great meal! Here is a photo of my sauce and meatballs in my new Frigidaire range. You may remember I am a Frigidaire Test Drive Mom and my range has been wonderful. This was the first time I actually used the oven and I have to tell you that I am pleased. I can place my hand on the outside of the oven door and it is cool to the touch. My main problem with my old oven was the heat it generated, I don't have this problem now. Another thing you might notice is the rack slides out automatically! I don't have to reach in to pull out the rack.

If you are looking for a quick and easy meal that your family will love try my easy marinara sauce and meatless meatballs, your family will thank you for it!

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