Slow Cooker Turkey Meatballs

Bahan-bahan (30 porsi)

• 2 lbs . (907g) 93% lean ground turkey*
• 1 large egg
• 2/3 cup (40g) panko breadcrumbs*
• 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for the pan
• 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 3/4 cup chopped sweet onion
• 2 28 -ounce (794g each) cans crushed tomatoes
• 1 6 -ounce (170g) can tomato paste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (reduce to 1/4 for less heat)
• 2 bay leaves
• optional for serving: chopped basil, parsley, and/or fresh parmesan cheese