Follow these steps for perfect results
ground sirlon
seasoned dry bread crumbs
bottled tomato-basil pasta sauce
green bell pepper
thinly sliced
hoagie rolls
split down the top, toasted if desired
mozzarella cheese
shredded
fresh basil
chopped
salt
onion
thinly sliced
Combine ground sirloin, bread crumbs, 1/4 cup pasta sauce, and salt; mix well.
Shape mixture into 12 meatballs.
Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; place over medium-high heat.
Add meatballs to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes, or until browned.
Add green bell pepper and onion to the skillet.
Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the remaining pasta sauce to the skillet.
Cover and reduce heat to medium-low.
Simmer for 8 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through.
Spoon the meatball mixture into the split hoagie or French rolls.
Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and fresh basil (optional).
Let stand for 1 minute before serving to melt cheese slightly.
Expert advice for the best results
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
Toast the hoagie rolls for added texture.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Meatballs can be made ahead of time.
Serve the stromboli sandwich on a plate, garnished with fresh basil.
Serve with a side salad.
Serve with potato chips.
Complements the savory flavors.
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Popular Italian-American comfort food.
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