Zesty Meatball Sandwich

 

 

Makes 4 servings

 

Ingredients

 

Meatballs

1  pound ground beef
1/2  cup soft bread crumbs
1  egg
2  Tablespoons onion, finely chopped
1  clove garlic, minced
1/2  teaspoon salt
1/8  teaspoon pepper

2  Tablespoons water
1/2  onion, cut into thin strips
1/2  green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1-1/4  cups prepared spaghetti sauce
1/2  teaspoon dried basil
4  hoagie rolls, split
1/4  cup shredded mozzarella cheese Directions

 

Preheat oven to 350° F.

 

In large bowl, add ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt and pepper.  Mix lightly but thoroughly.  Shape into twelve 2-inch meatballs.

 

Place on rack in broiler pan.  Bake for 25 to 30 minutes to medium (160° F) doneness, until not pink in center and juices show no pink color.   In large nonstick skillet, add 2 tablespoons water over medium heat and heat until hot.  Add onion and bell pepper.

 

Cook and stir 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.  Add spaghetti sauce, basil and meatballs.  Heat through, stirring occasionally.  Serve in rolls; sprinkle with cheese.