Zesty Meatball Sandwiches  Makes 4 servings  Meatballs
  1 - pound ground beef 1/2 - cup soft bread crumbs 1 - egg 2 - Tablespoons onion, finely chopped 1 - clove garlic, minced 1/2 - teaspoon salt 1/8 - teaspoon pepper 2 - Tablespoons water 1/2 - onion, cut into thin strips 1/2 - green bell pepper, cut into thin strips 1-1/4 - cups prepared spaghetti sauce 1/2 - teaspoon dried basil 4 - hoagie rolls, split 1/4 - cup shredded mozzarella cheese  Preheat oven to 350° F.   - In large bowl, add ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt and pepper.   
 - Mix lightly but thoroughly.   
 - Shape into twelve 2-inch meatballs.   
 - Place on rack in broiler pan.   
 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes to medium (160° F) doneness, until not pink in center and juices show no pink color.
   - In large nonstick skillet, add 2 tablespoons water over medium heat and heat until hot.   
 - Add onion and bell pepper.   
 - Cook and stir 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.   
 - Add spaghetti sauce, basil and meatballs.   
 - Heat through, stirring occasionally.   
 - Serve in rolls; sprinkle with cheese. 
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