Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes Spaghetti and Meatballs from the DiSantos 3.2 (12) 4 Reviews By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on December 12, 2012 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Servings: 8 This delicious spaghetti and meatballs recipe is courtesy of Gerry DiSanto. Ingredients For the Sauce 4 cans (28 ounces each) whole peeled tomatoes ½ cup olive oil ¼ cup chopped fresh garlic ¼ cup chopped sweet onion, preferably Vidalia ½ cup fresh basil leaves Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 2 pounds spaghetti, cooked For the Meatballs 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs ½ cup milk 1 small shallot ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves 1 pound ground sirloin beef 1 pound ground pork 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper Olive oil Directions Prepare the meatballs; place breadcrumbs in large bowl; add milk to moisten. Set aside. Combine shallot and parsley in food processor; pulse until mixture is finely chopped. Add to breadcrumb mixture along with beef, pork, eggs, garlic powder, and cheese; season with salt and pepper. Using your hands, mix until well combined but not over-mixed. Lightly coat hands with olive oil; roll meat mixture into 1-inch balls. Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Heat 1 inch olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs in batches; until browned on all sides, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer meatballs to a baking sheet lined with paper towels; let drain. It may be necessary to discard oil in skillet and add more. Prepare sauce; place all ingredients into a food processor. Process until mixture is pureed. Transfer to a large saucepan. Place over medium heat and add meatballs. Cook until meatballs are heated through. Bring a large covered pot of water to a boil; add salt. Add spaghetti, cover, and return to a boil. Uncover, and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, and serve with meatball and sauce. Rate it Print