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Ingredients
- 1 lb very lean ground beef
- 3 slices white bread
- water or milk to soften bread
- 2 tbs minced onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 12 cubes (approx. 1/2-inch) fresh asiago cheese*
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1 tbs parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 tbs
- oil for browning
- Garlic Spread for Bread:
- 3 tbs softened, room temp butter
- 1/2 tsp parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt (optional)
- To Complete Casserole:
- 2-3 cups spaghetti sauce of your choice
- sliced Italian or French bread
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup shredded aged asiago
- Mozzarella may be substituted if you cannot find fresh asiago
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