Name: Spicy Ricotta Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 100 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy); 1 medium onion (finely chopped); 5 cloves garlic (minced); 1 egg; 1/2 cup ricotta cheese; 2/3 cup cornflakes breadcrumbs (regular breadcrumbs work as well); 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 cup parsley (chopped); 26 oz crushed tomatoes ((1 can) about 3 cups); 1 cup water; 1 onion (chopped); 5 cloves garlic; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tbsp brown sugar; salt and pepper to taste