Classic Meatball Recipe
Satisfy your craving with our Classic Meatball Sandwich—savory meatballs topped with marinara sauce, provolone, and Romano cheese.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
Assembly
Method
Meatballs
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- 3
Form Meatballs
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 4
Bake the Meatballs
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
Marinara Sauce
- 5
Prepare the Sauce
While the meatballs are baking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 15-20 minutes to develop flavors.
Assembly
- 7
Assemble the Sandwiches
Once the meatballs are done, place 2-3 meatballs on each sub roll. Spoon marinara sauce over the meatballs and top with provolone cheese.
- 8
Melt the Cheese
Place the assembled sandwiches under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 9
Serve
Sprinkle with Romano cheese before serving. Enjoy your Classic Meatball Sandwich!
