Italian Meatball Sub

Italian prep45 mins total time4 hrs 45 mins servings6 – 7

Meatballs

• 2 eggs, beaten
• ¼ cup milk
• ½ cup dry breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 pound ground beef
• ½ pound pork sausage

Sauce

• 1 ⨯ 15-ounce can tomato sauce
• 1 ⨯ 6-ounce can tomato paste
• 1 small onion, chopped
• ½ cup green bell pepper, chopped
• ½ cup beef broth
• ⅓ cup water
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• ½ teaspoon sugar
• (optional) fresh basil, chopped

1. Make meatballs by combining eggs and milk, add breadcrumbs, cheese and seasoning then add the meats.
2. Mix well and shape into 1-inch balls, broil or sauté until brown, and put into slow cooker.
3. Combine sauce ingredients and pour over meatballs.
4. Cover and cook 4-6 hours.