Recipe
Homemade Hoops
Ronzoni Rings pasta, spoonfuls of nostalgia. This kid-friendly meal idea is a one-pot pasta dish parents will love, too. Silky tomato sauce and sweet basil season these Homemade Hoops, making them a tasty side or a whole meal. They’re little circles of delight that kids wish for with all their might!

Made With
Kids of all ages can savor this meal. Sautéed onions and garlic build flavor in the tomato sauce alongside fresh basil to make this Rings pasta dish tasty for the whole family. Deglazing the pan with chicken broth picks up all those comforting tastes. Sprinkle with Parm. Forks at the ready!
Ingredients
- 8 oz Ronzoni® Rings
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- ½ finely minced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 6 oz tomato paste
- 3 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup packed basil leaves, finely chopped
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- Freshly grated Parmesan, optional, for garnish
- Chopped parsley, optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over low heat. Add onions and sauté for about 4 minutes, until slightly tender.
- Add tomato paste and garlic, and continue sautéing for 2 minutes, stirring gently to ensure the garlic does not burn.
- Deglaze the pot with chicken broth. Increase heat to medium and bring pot to boil.
- Add basil and pasta. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until just al dente. Stir in salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve in individual bowls and garnish with Parmesan and parsley as desired.
Pro Tip
For more veggies, bake carrots and red and orange bell peppers until soft. Puree and add to sauce.
Put Your Own Spin on It
Switch up your recipe with any of these other Ronzoni pasta shapes.
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