Name: Italian Meatball Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground beef; 1 shallot, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves; 3/4 cup Italian bread crumbs; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan; 1 large egg; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 demi baguettes, toasted, for serving; 4 ounces mozzarella, sliced; 1 (28-ounce) can tomato sauce; 1/2 teaspoon basil; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; Pinch of sugar, optional