Name: Meatball Heroes Recipe: Hearty Sandwiches That Cook Up in Just 25 Minutes
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 serving
Ingredients: 1½ lbs. ground beef; ½ cup Italian-style dry breadcrumbs; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; ¼ cup chopped parsley; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 6 hoagie rolls, split; 1½ cups tomato-basil pasta sauce, warmed; 6 slices mozzarella; Thinly sliced fresh basil

Make weeknight dinner more exciting by whipping up this recipe for Meatball Heroes! The sandwiches consist of saucy homemade meatballs, melted cheese and a garnish of thinly sliced fresh basil. Each sandwich has the perfect combination of savory and herby flavors — making a guaranteed hit in your household. (Can’t get enough herbs? Find out how to grow your own kitchen garden.)

To save time in the kitchen, cook these tender meatballs a day in advance and allow them to cool before storing in the fridge. When it’s time for dinner, simply nestle the meatballs into hoagie rolls, top with tomato sauce and cheese and broil until hot. You can also use other types of meat like ground turkey for leaner meatballs. Or, try a mixture of ground beef, veal and pork for added flavor and moisture. Turn these meatball heroes into a complete meal by serving them with chips, French fries or a refreshing salad and enjoy.

Also, find out how you can cook frozen meatballs in the air fryer for crispy and tender results!