Spaghetti & Meatballs

Tonight we had spaghetti and meatballs for dinner. My DH had them at a family friends when he was growing up. He only had them there once but still remembers how great they were to this day. This meal has now become my oldest son's, Sam's, favorite meal.

Meatballs:
18 Single Saltine Crackers, Crushed
2 Eggs
1 Pound Hamburger
1 Clove Garlic, Minced
2 Tablespoons Parsley
1 Teaspoon Salt
1 Teaspoon Oregano
Dash of Pepper
Combine and form into balls. Brown and add to sauce mixture cook for 30 minutes.

Sauce:
3/4 Cup Onion, Chopped
2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
2 (1 Pound Cans) Crushed Tomatoes
2 (6 oz. each) Tomato Paste
1 Cup Water
1 Tablespoon Sugar
1 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
1/2 Teaspoon Pepper
1 1/2 Teaspoon Oregano
1 Bay Leaf
Combine and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. Add meatballs and simmer for 30 more minutes. Serve over spaghetti.

To make a complete meal, serve with green salad and garlic bread.