Ingredients3 cups (1-inch diced) bread cubes from a round rustic bread, crusts removed2/3 cup whole milk2 pounds ground turkey (85-percent to 92-percent lean)1/2 pound sweet Italian pork sausage, casings removed4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, finely chopped1 cup freshly grated aged Asiago cheese1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper3 tablespoons good olive oil, plus extra for brushing the meatballs2 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten3 (24-ounce) jars good marinara sauce, such as Rao””s2 pounds dried spaghetti, such as De CeccoFreshly grated Parmesan (or Asiago) cheese, for servingDirectionsPreheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper.Place the bread in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Process until the bread is in medium crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a small bowl and add the milk. Set aside for 5 minutes.In a large mixing bowl, combine the turkey, sausage, prosciutto, bread mixture, Asiago, parsley, oregano, red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper. Lightly combine the ingredients with your hands. Add the 3 tablespoons of olive oil and the eggs, and stir lightly with a fork to combine.With your hands, lightly roll the mixture into 2-inch-round meatballs and place them on the prepared sheet pans. Brush the meatballs with olive oil. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the tops are browned and the centers are completely cooked.Pour the marinara sauce in a large, low pot, add the meatballs, and bring to a simmer.Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water according to the directions on the package. Drain and place the spaghetti in individual bowls, and top with 3 meatballs and lots of sauce. Serve with Parmesan cheese on the side.© 2014 Television Food Network, G.P. All Rights Reserved.Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/spicy-turkey-meatballs-and-spaghetti-recipe.print.html?oc=linkback
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