Hot Meatball Sandwiches Recipe 🥪
Overview:
Hot Meatball Sandwiches are a delectable treat perfect for a satisfying lunch or snack, offering a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. This recipe yields 8 servings and takes approximately 55 minutes to prepare, with 45 minutes of cooking time and 10 minutes of preparation.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 | pounds ground beef |
| 1/2 | pound pork sausage |
| 2 | eggs |
| 1/2 | cup cheddar cheese |
| 1 1/2 | tablespoons dried parsley |
| 1 | teaspoon salt |
| 1 | can tomato sauce |
| 1/2 | cup water |
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 553.7
- Fat Content: 30.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 12.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 153.4mg
- Sodium Content: 1490mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 35.1g
- Fiber Content: 2.1g
- Sugar Content: 5.3g
- Protein Content: 32.8g
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, pork sausage, eggs, 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese, dried parsley, salt, and half of the package of tomato sauce mix. 🥣
- Shape Meatballs:
- Using a rounded tablespoon, shape the meat mixture into 1-inch balls, ensuring they are evenly sized for even cooking. 🍴
- Bake:
- Place the shaped meatballs on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake them in a preheated 400°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes until they are nicely browned. 🍽️
- Drain:
- Once baked, transfer the meatballs to a plate lined with paper towels to drain off any excess grease. 🧻
- Prepare Sauce:
- In a large saucepan, mix the remaining tomato sauce with water and heat it until warmed through. 🍅
- Cook Meatballs:
- Add the baked meatballs to the sauce, cover the saucepan, and let them simmer over low heat for about 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. 🔥
- Assemble Sandwiches:
- To serve, place 4-6 meatballs along with a spoonful of sauce onto each bun, ensuring each sandwich is generously filled with flavor-packed meatballs. 🥖
- Final Touch:
- Sprinkle additional cheddar cheese on top of the meatballs before closing the sandwiches, adding an extra layer of cheesy goodness. 🧀
Serving:
These Hot Meatball Sandwiches are best served hot, straight from the pan, allowing the melted cheese and savory meatballs to tantalize your taste buds with each bite. Serve alongside your favorite sides like potato chips, coleslaw, or a crisp garden salad for a complete and satisfying meal experience. Enjoy the hearty goodness of these sandwiches with family and friends for a memorable dining experience! 🍽️👨👩👧👦
