Lean Meatball Subs
Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff 4 Servings • 15 Min. Prep Time • 20 Min. Cook Time| Ingredients |
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| 1 lb. ground beef (96% lean) |
| 1/4 c. seasoned dry bread crumbs |
| 2 egg whites or 1 egg, beaten |
| 2 Tbsp. water |
| 1/4 tsp. salt |
| 1/8 tsp. pepper |
| 2 c. heart healthy or regular pasta sauce |
| 4 crusty Italian bread rolls (5- 6-in. each), split |
| 4 Tbsp. giardiniera, drained (optional) |
Directions:
1. Heat oven to 400°F. Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg whites, water, salt and pepper in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into twelve 2-in. meatballs. Place on rack in broiler pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Bake in 400°F oven 18-20 min.
2. Heat pasta sauce according to pkg. directions in medium saucepan. Add hot cooked meatballs to pasta sauce; stir to coat evenly. Divide meatballs and sauce evenly among rolls. Top evenly with giardinera.
* Giardiniera is a mixture of vegetables, traditionally peppers, carrots, celery and onions, pickled in a white or red vinegar and oil mixture. It is sold in mild or hot varieties.
* For easy clean up, line broiler pan (not rack) with aluminum foil.
* Recipe Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff
Nutrition:
Calories: 437; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 65mg; Total Carbs: 51g; Fiber: 5g; Protein: 34g; Sodium: 1045mg;