italian meatball subs

Italian Meatball Subs

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 T. fresh parsley, minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1 1/2 t. salt
• 1/2 t. pepper

Combine all ingredients except buns in a large bowl; mix well.  Form into 2-inch balls and place in a slow cooker; pour sauce over top.  Cover and cook on low setting for 8 to 10 hours, or on high setting for 4 to 6 hours.  To serve, top with sauce from slow cooker.

Sauce:

• 28 oz. can tomato puree
• 28 oz. can Italian-style crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 1-1/2 oz. pkgs spaghetti sauce mix
• salt and pepper to taste

Mix all ingredients in a saucepan; bring to a boil.  Reduce heat and simmer until blended.