Rhode Island Dynamites

Another name for these are "Torpedos". These were a staple in our family for a quick meal that serves a lot of people. They are similar to a "Sloppy Joe", but in R.I. it is called a "Dynamite". This recipe is versatile and can be scaled down or up. It freezes well and tastes best if made 1-2 days ahead.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 20 mins
• Serves: 20
• Yields: 25 lbs

Ingredients

• 5  lbs ground beef
• 5  lbs green peppers, diced
• 5  lbs  red peppers, diced
• 5  lbs yellow onions, diced
• 5  garlic cloves, crushed
• 4 (28 ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 2  bay leaves
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped fresh parsley
•  hot red pepper flakes, to taste
•  salt and black pepper, to taste
•  italian seasoning, to taste
• 20  fresh  rolls (torpedo, grinder or any roll that will hold this mixture)

Directions

1. In a very large stockpot over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, stirring often.
2. Add the chopped green and red peppers, onions, and garlic; mix well.
3. When the vegetables begin to soften, add the tomato sauce, bay leaves, parsley, hot pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
4. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 hours.