Giant Meatball Sub

You'll score big with this Italian favorite!

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• Family Dinner
• Party Planning
• Family Lunch
• Party Menu: Italian

As either a hearty party sandwich or a filling lunch or dinner, this sub will rise to the top of your list of favorites. It's also a perfect contribution to a potluck ... but don't expect to have any leftovers!

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes

You Will Need
2 eggs, beaten
1/3 cup milk
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 1/4 pounds bulk Italian sausage
3/4 pound ground beef
2 jars (26 ounces each) spaghetti sauce
1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread, halved lengthwise
8 ounces sliced mozzarella cheese
Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

What to Do
1. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, onion, garlic, bread crumbs, salt and Italian seasoning. Crumble sausage and beef over mixture; mix well.

2. Shape into 1-inch balls. Place in a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish.

3. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes or until browned.

4. In a Dutch oven, heat the spaghetti sauce over medium heat. Add meatballs; simmer for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, bake bread at 325°F for 10 minutes or until heated through.

5. Place mozzarella cheese on bottom half of bread; spoon meatballs onto cheese. Replace top.

6. Slice sandwich into serving-size portions; serve with extra spaghetti sauce and Parmesan cheese if desired.

Serves 8

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