Jul 14 2026
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Meatball Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by Chicago Speakeasy
Time45m
Serves4

Our homemade meatballs with zesty marinara, topped with roasted red peppers and mozzarella cheese on a toasted hoagie roll.

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Ingredients

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Meatballs and Sandwich Assembly

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Make the Meatballs

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Italian breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined. Form mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.

  2. 2

    Bake the Meatballs

    Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and browned.

  3. 3

    Heat the Marinara Sauce

    While the meatballs are baking, heat marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Sandwiches

    Cut hoagie rolls in half and place them on a baking sheet. Place a few meatballs in each roll, spoon marinara sauce over the meatballs, and top with roasted red peppers and shredded mozzarella cheese.

  5. 5

    Toast the Sandwiches

    Place the assembled sandwiches back in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the rolls are toasted.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve the meatball sandwiches warm.

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