3 slices white bread, crusts removed and diced or torn to pieces
⅔ cup cold water
1 lb lean ground beef (7% fat)
1 lb Sweet Ground Italian sausage
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more to serve
4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed with garlic press
1 tsp sea salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 large egg
¾ cup all-purpose flour to dredge meatballs
Light olive oil to saute (or use vegetable oil)
1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 medium onion)
4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed with garlic press
2 – 28 ounce cans crushed tomatoes
2 bay leaves
Salt & pepper to taste
2 Tbsp basil, finely minced, optional
1 lb spaghetti, cooked aldente according to package instructions