Meatball Sub Sliders

We had these for dinner last night.  I wanted something quick and kid friendly and these were a big hit with all of us.  Cameron loves meatballs although he will not eat ground meat...Go figure.  Anyway I got the idea from the Pioneer Woman's blog.  I didn't use her recipe I used my own to try to cut down on the fat and since we don't usually eat beef, I used turkey.  These were really simple and I guess you could use the already cooked frozen meatballs that you get at the store.  If you have the time and ability though, I would definitely make my own meatballs...sooo much better.  Feel free to use any sauce you like.  I used our own sauce that my mom and I canned last year.  So here they are:

First thing is to mix and roll your meatballs.

I always use my trusty Kitchen Aid to mix up my meatloaf and meatballs.  I used a cookie scoop for these to make them uniform.

Next you need to cut up and saute about half an onion in oil...add some minced garlic if you like.

Throw in your meatballs and saute them until they are well browned.

Once they are browned I just threw them into the slow cooker and dumped in the sauce.  I added some more minced garlic and some italian seasoning blend...

I was given this whole huge jar of italian seasoning by my good friend Robyn over on The Crafty Foodie blog.  Thanks Robyn!!

I let the meatballs cook on low in the slow cooker for a few hours while I did school with the boys.  Man did our house smell amazing!!  Anyway once they are good and hot and bubbly you'll want to slice some small rolls.

 

I just used some dinner rolls Jared picked up at the store, but you could make your own if you are feeling ambitious.

Next layer on some cheese.  I used lowfat mozzerella but you can use whatever you would prefer.

Top with a meatball and some sauce..

Then more cheese...yummmmm

So there you have it.  Soooo yummy and so easy too!!  Enjoy...

Turkey Meatballs:

1 lb. lean ground turkey (I use 93% lean)

1/2 cup dry bread crumbs OR 1 cup fresh bread crumbs (I used whole wheat)

2 cloves minced garlic

1/4 cup finely minced onion

1/2 cup milk

1 egg

1 tsp. Italian seasoning blend.

Mix all together by hand or in your mixer.. Use a cookie scoop and roll to form meatballs.