Saucy Vegetarian Meatballs

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cauliflower, mushrooms, half the garlic, 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper; cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 1 minute more. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool, stirring a few times, for 5 minutes. Add bulgur, cheese and egg and stir to combine.

Form the mixture into 16 balls (about 1/4 cup each) and place on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly coat with cooking spray. Bake until lightly browned and firm, 20 to 25 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons oil, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning and1/4 teaspoon salt with tomatoes and crushed red pepper in a large skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook until the flavors have melded, about 5 minutes. Serve the meatballs with the sauce, sprinkled with basil.