Jul 14 2026
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Meatball Or Sausage Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by Assaggio Kailua
Time2h
Serves4

Sandwich prepared with homemade baked bread, served with a house side salad and homemade dressing.

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Ingredients

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For the Homemade Bread

For the Meatballs or Sausages

For the House Salad

For the Homemade Dressing

Method

Making the Homemade Bread

  1. 1

    Prepare the Yeast

    In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Create a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead the Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.

  4. 4

    Shape and Bake

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). After rising, punch the dough down, shape it into a loaf, place it in a loaf pan, and let it rise for another 30 minutes. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Making the Meatballs or Sausages

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large bowl, mix the ground beef or sausage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  2. 6

    Form the Meatballs

    Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, or form into sausage patties.

  3. 7

    Cook the Meatballs/Sausages

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs or sausages until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.

Preparing the House Salad

  1. 8

    Combine Salad Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Toss gently to mix.

Making the Homemade Dressing

  1. 9

    Mix the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Assembling the Sandwich

  1. 10

    Slice the Bread

    Once the bread is baked and cooled, slice it into sandwich-sized pieces.

  2. 11

    Build the Sandwich

    Layer the meatballs or sausages on the bread and drizzle with your homemade dressing. Top with salad greens if desired.

  3. 12

    Serve

    Serve the sandwiches with the house salad on the side, drizzled with the remaining homemade dressing.

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