MEATBALL HEROES

1 1/2 lbs ground beef

1/2 cup Italian-style dry breadcrumbs

2 eggs, lightly beaten

1/4 cup chopped parsley

2 garlic cloves, minced

6 hoagie rolls, split

1 1/2 cups tomato-basil pasta sauce, warmed

6 slices mozzarella cheese

Thinly sliced fresh basil for garnish

In a medium bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, parsley, and garlic. Coat a nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. In batches, cook meatballs, turning occasionally until browned, about 5 minutes per batch.  Return all meatballs to the skillet and reduce heat to medium low. Cover and cook 15-20 minutes, until cooked through.

Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Dividing evenly, fill rolls with the meatballs and sauce. Top with the cheese. Place on baking sheet. Broil until cheese melts, about 3 minutes. Garnish with the basil.

Yield: 6 servings

recipe and photo First for women 2023