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Adjust rack to middle position and preheat oven to 450 degrees. Wash and dry produce.
Peel and mince or grate garlic.
Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Add half the garlic; cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds.
Stir in tomato paste and half the Italian Seasoning (all for 4 servings). Cook, stirring, until combined.
Add meatballs*, ½ tsp sugar, salt, pepper, and ½ cup water. (For 4, use 1 tsp sugar and 1 cup water.) Cook, stirring, until sauce is slightly thickened and meatballs are warmed through, 1-2 minutes.
Stir in 1 TBSP butter (2 TBSP for 4) and turn off heat.