Cheesy Italian Grinders
Rice and Broccoli Salad
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb sweet Italian sausage (see Note)
- 2 green bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (14.5-oz) cans diced tomatoes
- 1 (8-oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
- 6 hoagie rolls
- 1 (8-oz) pkg sliced provolone cheese
Instructions
- Cook beef, sausage, bell peppers, and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat until beef is browned and crumbly; drain and return to skillet.
- Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, and Italian seasoning; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.
- Split hoagie rolls, and layer cheese slices on buns; spoon meat mixture over cheese.
Side Dish Ingredients
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice
- 1 lb broccoli, cut into small florets
- 2 Tbsp finely chopped onion
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 (3-oz) pkg real bacon pieces
Side Dish Instructions
- Cook rice according to package directions; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chop broccoli florets into small pieces.
- Combine broccoli, onion, cheese, and sunflower seeds.
- Whisk together mayo, sugar, and vinegar; toss with broccoli. Stir in bacon. Chill until ready to serve.
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