Description
Succulent Oven Baked Meatball Sandwiches deliver hearty Italian-American comfort right to your plate. Melted cheese, juicy meatballs, and crusty bread promise a delicious meal that satisfies every craving you’ll experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Binding and Base Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Sandwich Components:
- 4–6 sub rolls or hoagie buns
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
- Craft succulent meatballs by blending ground beef with breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing vessel. Gently combine ingredients without overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Form uniform meatballs approximately one inch in diameter, arranging them carefully on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet to ensure even cooking.
- Roast meatballs in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 20 minutes, confirming they are thoroughly cooked and boasting a rich, golden exterior.
- Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and prepare sandwich rolls by creating a gentle lengthwise split without completely separating the halves.
- Generously coat the interior of each roll with marinara sauce, creating a flavorful foundation for the meatballs.
- Nestle 3-4 freshly baked meatballs into each roll, drizzling additional marinara sauce to enhance moisture and taste.
- Lavishly sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the meatballs, optionally adding a complementary dusting of Parmesan for enhanced depth of flavor.
- Return sandwiches to the oven, baking for 10-12 minutes until cheese transforms into a molten, bubbling layer.
- For a luxurious finishing touch, activate the broiler briefly to achieve a golden, crisp roll exterior.
- Elevate the sandwich’s richness by brushing roll tops with melted butter, creating a glossy, aromatic finish.
- Serve immediately, accompanied by extra marinara sauce for dipping or a crisp salad to balance the hearty sandwich.
Notes
- Customize meatball size and shape to fit your preferred bread roll for perfect portion control.
- Mix meats like beef and pork for a more complex, rich flavor profile that elevates the standard meatball texture.
- Keep meatballs slightly undercooked during initial baking to prevent dryness when reheating in sandwich assembly stage.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based alternatives for lighter, diet-friendly versions without sacrificing taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg