Saucy Meatball Sandwich Recipe

Name: Saucy Meatball Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (6-inch) long French style rolls; 1 beaten egg; 1 lb. bulk Italian sausage; 1 small green pepper, finely chopped; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 Tbsp. margarine; 1 (8 oz.) can pizza sauce; 1/2 tsp. cornstarch; 1/4 c. shredded Mozzarella cheese

Servings: persons

1
Cut a thin slice off the top of each roll and reserve.
2
Hollow out roll bottoms, leaving 1/2-inch shells; reserve bread pieces. Tear tops and bread pieces into pea size pieces (3/4 cup soft bread crumbs).
3
Stir together bread crumbs and egg.
4
Add sausage; mix well.
5
Shape mixture into 16 (1 1/2-inch) meatballs.
6
Arrange meatballs in an 8 x 8 x 2-inch baking dish.
7
Cover with vented clear plastic wrap.
8
Microcook meatballs on High 5 1/2 to 7 1/2 minutes, or until juices run clear, turning meatballs over and rotating dish once or twice.
9
Drain.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (6-inch) long French style rolls, 1 beaten egg, 1 lb. bulk Italian sausage, 1 small green pepper, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Saucy Meatball Sandwich falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Saucy Meatball Sandwich

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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