Spaghetti and Meatballs

Step 1

Combine ground beef, ground pork, minced garlic, grated Pecorino Romano, 1 1/2 cups plain breadcrumbs, 4 eggs, salt, and plenty of cracked black pepper in a large bowl. Break up the egg yolks and mix the dry ingredients first, then incorporate the meat. Work the mixture thoroughly until well combined. If the mixture seems too wet or sticky (does not pull away cleanly from the sides of the bowl), add a little more breadcrumbs and continue mixing until it forms one cohesive mass that is slightly sticky but holds its shape when rolled. The breadcrumbs, eggs, and cheese help keep the meatballs tender and juicy.