Meatball Hero Recipe
House made meatballs, roasted red peppers, fresh basil and savory garlic oil.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Roasted Red Peppers
Garlic Oil
Assembly
Method
Meatballs
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Form the Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the Meatballs
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and browned on the outside.
Roasted Red Peppers
Peel and Slice the Peppers
Once roasted, place the peppers in a bowl and cover it with plastic wrap for about 10 minutes. This will help loosen the skin. Afterward, peel off the charred skin, remove the seeds, and slice the peppers into strips.
Garlic Oil
Prepare the Garlic Oil
In a small saucepan, combine olive oil and minced garlic. Heat over low heat until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Assembly
Assemble the Hero
Slice the sub rolls in half lengthwise. Place 2-3 meatballs on each roll, top with roasted red pepper strips, and drizzle with garlic oil. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately.