Meatballs:

• 1 large egg
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 5 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/4 cup water
• 3 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 cup dried Italian-style bread crumbs (such as Progresso)
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (plus extra for serving)

Sauce:

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 5 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3 cups high-quality marinara sauce (such as Rao’s)
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 12 oz spaghetti (break in half for easier cooking)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste