Stromboli Sandwiches

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground sirlon
• 2 tablespoons seasoned dry bread crumbs
• 1 3/4 cups bottled tomato-basil or marinara pasta sauce, divided
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced green bell pepper
• 4 (6-inch) hoagie or French rolls, split down the top, toasted if desired
• 1/2 cup shredded part skim mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion

Preparation

1. Combine meat, bread crumbs, 1/4 cup of the pasta sauce, and salt; mix well. Shape mixture into 12 balls.
2. Meanwhile, coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; place over medium-high heat. Add meatballs; saute 5 minutes or until browned. Add bell pepper and onion; cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add remaining pasta sauce. Cover; reduce heat, and simmer 8 minutes or until meatballs are done.medium- low . Spoon meatball mixture into rolls; top with cheese and, if desired, basil. Llet stand 1 minute before serving to melt cheese slightly. Makes 4 servings.