Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBarnaby's South BendItalian Meatball Sandwich Recipe

Italian Meatball Sandwich Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Italian meatballs served on a toasted french roll with homemade marinara and provolone cheese.

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Ingredients

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Meatballs

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meatballs

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, minced garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined. Shape into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.

  2. 2

    Cook the Meatballs

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.

  3. 3

    Make the Marinara Sauce

    In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in crushed tomatoes, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Sandwiches

    Slice the French rolls and toast them if desired. Place 2-3 meatballs on each roll, top with marinara sauce, and add provolone cheese on top. Place under the broiler for a few minutes until the cheese is melted.

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