Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 pound

ground sirlon

2 tbsp

seasoned dry bread crumbs

1.75 cup

bottled tomato-basil pasta sauce

0.5 cup

green bell pepper

thinly sliced

4 unit

hoagie rolls

split down the top, toasted if desired

0.5 cup

mozzarella cheese

shredded

2 tbsp

fresh basil

chopped

0.25 tsp

salt

0.5 cup

onion

thinly sliced

Step 1
~3 min

Combine ground sirloin, bread crumbs, 1/4 cup pasta sauce, and salt; mix well.

Step 2
~3 min

Shape mixture into 12 meatballs.

Step 3
~3 min

Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; place over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Add meatballs to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes, or until browned.

Step 5
~3 min

Add green bell pepper and onion to the skillet.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7
~3 min

Add the remaining pasta sauce to the skillet.

Step 8
~3 min

Cover and reduce heat to medium-low.

Step 9
~3 min

Simmer for 8 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through.

Step 10
~3 min

Spoon the meatball mixture into the split hoagie or French rolls.

Step 11
~3 min

Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and fresh basil (optional).

Step 12
~3 min

Let stand for 1 minute before serving to melt cheese slightly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Toast the hoagie rolls for added texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Meatballs can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with potato chips.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular Italian-American comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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