Ingredients:
1 loaf French bread, halved lengthwise ( 20 inches)
1 lb lean ground beef
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 teaspoons white sugar or 2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/4 cup stuffed olives, drained, sliced
1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon fresh chives, snipped or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried chives
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup mozzarella cheese or 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
Directions:
FOR THE OVEN:.
Cut the loaf of French bread in half lengthwise. Place both halves on a greased baking sheet.
Combine uncooked beef, tomato paste, sugar, olives, Parmesan cheese, chives, salt, oregano and pepper.
Spread mixture to the edges of the cut surfaces of the bread.
Bake uncovered in preheated 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 25 minutes or until meat is well done.
Top with mozzarella or cheddar cheese; return to oven for 5 minutes or until cheese melts.
Cut into thick slices to serve.
FOR THE BARBECUE:.
Precook the hamburger; drain excess grease. Combine cooked meat with the remaining ingredients, including grated cheese.
Spread the cooked meat mixture over the cut surfaces of the bread.
Wrap each half in heavy-duty foil and heat until warm and cheeses are melted.
Cut into thick slices to serve.
Servings: Serve
Time preparation: 10 min.
Time total: 40 min.