These meatball subs are really easy to make, taste fantastic
and one can easily freeze the meatballs + sauce for a quick week night meal!
Ingredients:
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1 pound ground beef
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3/4 cup bread crumbs
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2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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1 egg, beaten
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1 French baguette
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1 pinch of pepper, or to taste
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1 (14 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
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4 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese
Preparation:
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees
C).
2. In a medium bowl, gently mix by hand the ground
beef, bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and egg.
Shape into 12 meatballs, and place in a baking dish.
3. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven,
or until cooked through. Meanwhile, cut the baguette in half lengthwise, and
remove some of the bread from the inside to make a well for the meatballs.
Brush with olive oil, and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt and
pepper. Slip the baguette into the oven during the last 5 minutes of the
meatball's time, or until lightly toasted.
4.
While the bread toasts, warm the spaghetti sauce
in a saucepan over medium heat. When the meatballs are done, use a slotted
spoon to transfer them to the sauce. Spoon onto the baguette and top with
shredded mozzarella cheese. Return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes to melt the
cheese. Cool slightly, cut into servings, and enjoy!
Happy Cooking ☺