Mozzarella Meatball Sandwiches
Sink your teeth into these irresistible Mozzarella Meatball Sandwiches, the ultimate comfort food packed with bold flavors and ooey-gooey cheesiness. Tender, homemade beef meatballs are seasoned to perfection with Parmesan, garlic, parsley, and a blend of spices, then simmered in a rich marinara sauce for a hearty, saucy base. These meaty morsels are nestled in toasty, buttery hoagie rolls, generously topped with melted mozzarella cheese, and broiled to bubbling perfection. Ready in just one hour, this family-friendly meal is ideal for busy weeknights or game day gatherings. Serve these savory, cheesy sandwiches with a fresh salad or crispy fries for a complete, crowd-pleasing feast. Perfect keywords: mozzarella meatball sandwiches, homemade meatball recipe, easy meatball subs, comfort food, meatball hoagies.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp Milk
- 1 Egg
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 Hoagie rolls or sandwich buns
- 2 tbsp Butter, softened
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined, but do not overmix.
Portion the meat mixture into 12 equal-sized balls (about 1-1.5 inches in diameter). Roll them with your hands to make smooth, round meatballs.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the meatballs in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Sear the meatballs for about 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely browned. Remove and set aside on a plate (they will finish cooking in the sauce).
In the same skillet, pour in the marinara sauce and bring it to a gentle simmer. Return the meatballs to the sauce, cover, and let them simmer for 20-25 minutes until they are fully cooked through.
While the meatballs are cooking, preheat the broiler on your oven. Slice the hoagie rolls in half lengthwise and spread a thin layer of softened butter on each cut side.
Place the buttered hoagie rolls on a baking sheet, cut side up, and toast under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Keep a close eye on them to avoid burning.
Once the meatballs are cooked, spoon 3 meatballs and a generous amount of sauce onto each toasted hoagie roll.
Top each sandwich with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Place the assembled sandwiches back under the broiler for 1-2 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Mozzarella Meatball Sandwiches!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
855 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.8 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 159 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 1559 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 339 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 406 mg | 9% | |
*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.
