Meatballs and Mozzarella Sandwiches
Sink your teeth into these irresistible Meatballs and Mozzarella Sandwiches, a comforting classic with a gourmet twist. Juicy, homemade meatballs crafted from a savory blend of ground beef and pork are seasoned to perfection with garlic, Parmesan, and oregano, then browned and baked in rich marinara sauce for ultimate flavor. Nestled inside toasted hoagie rolls, these meatballs are generously topped with melted mozzarella, creating a gooey, cheesy delight in every bite. Elevate the experience with a touch of fresh basil for a burst of freshness. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this hearty recipe delivers a perfect balance of textures and aromas, making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser for family dinners or game-day feasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 Hoagie or sandwich rolls
- 8 Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Mix until just combined.
Shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs, making approximately 16 meatballs.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. They do not need to be cooked through at this point.
Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs in the skillet. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked through.
While the meatballs are baking, slice the hoagie rolls lengthwise and lightly toast them in a toaster or in the oven under the broiler for 1-2 minutes.
Once the meatballs are done, spoon 3-4 meatballs with sauce onto each toasted roll.
Top the meatballs in each sandwich with shredded mozzarella cheese. If desired, place the sandwiches on a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves (optional) and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
946 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.6 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.5 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 183 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 1541 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 50.6 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 347 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 553 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
