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Zesty Meatball Sandwiches

Contributed By: lubecki
Rival

These are good! Cook in crockpot.

Ingredients

1 Egg
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
2 cloves Garlic, minced or 1/4 teaspoon
 Garlic powder
1/4 cup Chopped onion
1 pound Extra lean ground beef
1 pound Ground turkey
1/2 cups Bread crumbs
1/3 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
1 can (16 ounces) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
6-8 Hoagie-type sandwich rolls, split and warmed

Preparation

1. In large bowl, beat egg with salt, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes and garlic. Add chopped onion, beef, turkey, bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese; mix well.

2. Shape mixture into 1-inch balls and brown in a large skillet. Drain meatballs and transfer to a 5-quart slow cooker/Crock-Pot. In the same bowl, mix tomato sauce and wine; pour over meatballs.

3. Cover and cook on low for 5 1/2 to 6 hours. To serve, place 3-4 meatballs in each split roll; top with sauce from Slow Cooker. If desired add condiments and serve.

Serves 6-8.

Condiments if desired; shredded mozzarella cheese, red and yellow pepper strips, sliced onion and olives.

Nutrient Information

Calories452
Total Fat18 g
Saturated Fat6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2 g
Carbohydrates42 g
Protein37 g
Vitamin A245 IU
Vitamin C5 mg
Calcium188 mg
Sodium962 mg
Iron4.5 mg
Fiber3 g

Recipe Comments

Comment by: rebelita80
I omitted the 1 lb ground beef & red wine vinegar (didn't have on hand - also allowed me to use small crockpot). I used stuffung for the bread crumbs. I used 8 oz tomato sauce & 8 oz spaghetti sauce for the sauce. Despite or due to using 1/2 the meat & altering sauce, it turned out great - my hubby & I both really enjoyed them. 2/21/08
Comment by: scarbajal
It's just my husband and myself. When I told him what I was making for dinner, he asked if I had also made mashed potatoes. He wanted to eat this meal as an open-faced sandwich. We toasted regular sandwich bread, put mashed potatoes on top of the bread, and then placed the meatballs and sauce on top. Needless to say, he went back for seconds and had to restrain himself from going back for thirds. Tonight we will try it over spaghetti.
Comment by: erhjermstad
These are really good for sandwiches or spaghetti. I added a little more red pepper to the sauce to make it a little more spicy and some brown sugar and liquid smoke. Very good. Next time I think I'll double the sauces to have more for sandwiches and spaghetti.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Beef
Actual Cooking Time: More than 2 hours
Number of Servings: 8
Origin: Italian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Kids Love It
Make Ahead
Crock Pot
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
Meal Type: Entree