Classic Meatball Recipe
Satisfy your craving with our Classic Meatball Sandwich—savory meatballs topped with marinara sauce, provolone, and Romano cheese. A deliciously comforting choice!
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Meatballs Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
- 2
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- 6
Simmer Sauce
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chopped fresh basil before serving.
Sandwich Assembly
- 7
Assemble Sandwiches
Slice the sub rolls in half and place 2-3 meatballs in each roll. Spoon marinara sauce over the meatballs, then top with provolone cheese slices.
- 8
Melt Cheese
Place the assembled sandwiches under a broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 9
Garnish
Sprinkle grated Romano cheese on top before serving.
