Description

These Oven Baked Meatball Sandwiches are the ultimate comfort food! Tender, juicy meatballs smothered in marinara sauce, topped with melty cheese, and baked until golden. Served on a soft hoagie roll, these sandwiches are a crowd-pleaser, perfect for a cozy dinner or game day.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (or 2 tablespoons dried parsley)
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)

For the Sandwiches:

4 hoagie rolls (or sub rolls)
2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, egg, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined (avoid overmixing).
- Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1 ½ inches in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden brown.
Assemble the Sandwiches:
- While the meatballs are baking, slice the hoagie rolls open and place them on a baking sheet. You can toast the rolls for extra crunch by placing them in the oven for 3–5 minutes.
- Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to a large pot and pour the marinara sauce over them. Let them simmer in the sauce for 5 minutes to soak up the flavor.
Bake the Sandwiches:
- Spoon 3–4 meatballs onto each hoagie roll and top with a generous amount of marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan on top of the meatballs.
- Return the assembled sandwiches to the oven and bake for 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve:
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
- Serve the sandwiches warm, with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

If you prefer, you can also make the meatballs ahead of time and freeze them for later use.
For a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce.
Swap out the mozzarella for provolone or even a combination of cheeses for extra flavor.