Meatballs:

• 1 lb ground beef* (80-85% lean)
• 1 lb ground pork*
• 1 lb ground veal*
• 3 egg yolks
• 3 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 2 tsp ground black pepper (or to taste)
• 3 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp basil
• 3 tsp parsley
• 1 cup pecorino romano cheese (finely grated)
• 1 cup italian seasoned breadcrumbs*
• 1 cup whole milk (divided)

Sauce:

• 2 tbs olive oil
• 1 medium onion (diced)
• 4–5 garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tsp basil
• 2 tsp parsley
• 1 tsp oregano
• 2 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 1 tsp ground black pepper (or to taste)
• 1 tsp granulated sugar (or to taste)
• 4 (28 oz) cans crushed tomatoes
• 1 lb hot and/or sweet sausage (optional)
• 2–4 pieces boneless pork* (optional)