Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil1 small onion, finely chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 cup Italian-style panko bread crumbs2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1/4 cup water1/4 cup minced fresh basil2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef1/2 pound ground pork1/2 pound ground veal4 cups spaghetti sauceMinced fresh parsley, optional
Preparation
Preheat oven to 400°. In a small skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until onion is tender and golden brown, 5-9 minutes. Cool slightly.
In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, eggs, cheese, parsley, water, basil, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and onion mixture. Add ground meats; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake until browned, 20-25 minutes.
Transfer meatballs to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Pour spaghetti sauce over top. Cook, covered, on low until meatballs are cooked through, 3-4 hours. If desired, serve with minced parsley.
