1 med. onion, minced
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 c. vegetable oil
1 (29 oz.) can tomato puree
1 (29 oz.) can tomato paste
1 1/2 cans water
1/2 c. fresh chopped parsley
3 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. sugar

MEATBALLS:

1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
3 eggs
1/2 c. fresh chopped parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
4 oz. (1/2 - 3/4 c.) bread crumbs
3 heaping tsp. grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
Salt & pepper

In large 5 quart pan, brown onion and garlic in oil. Add remaining ingredients and simmer over low heat at least 2 hours. Stir often and skim off grease as you go.

Mix ground beef, eggs, 1/2 cup parsley, 1 clove minced garlic, bread crumbs, cheese, salt and pepper. Form into 1 1/2" meatballs. Brown in 1/3 cup salad oil. Add to sauce and simmer at least 2 hours. Serve with pasta.