"This is one of those recipes you always come back to. A flavorful tomato sauce and mildly spiced meatballs make a hearty sandwich filling, or they can be served over pasta. I broil the meatballs first to quickly brown them. —Jean Glacken, Elkton, Maryland..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 large eggs, lightly beaten
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1/4 cup whole milk
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1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 pound ground beef
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1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage
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SAUCE:
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1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
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1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
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1 small onion, chopped
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1/2 cup chopped green pepper
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1/2 cup dry red wine or beef broth
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1/3 cup water
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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6 Italian rolls, split
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Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional