Sandwiches
Italian Meatball Parmesan Sandwich
Classic Italian-inspired meatball sub with juicy homemade meatballs, marinara sauce, melted mozzarella, and toasted hoagie bread for a hearty lunch.
Prep20 min
Cook25 min
Rest / chill0 min
Total45 min
Yield4 sandwiches
Gather your ingredients
Ingredients
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One step at a time
Let’s make it
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; mix gently until just combined.
- Form mixture into twelve evenly sized meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs on all sides about 6 minutes.
- Add warmed marinara sauce, cover, and simmer 12 minutes until meatballs reach 160°F internally.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Slice hoagie rolls horizontally, leaving hinge intact.
- Place three meatballs with sauce in each roll and top with shredded mozzarella.
- Place sandwiches on baking sheet and bake 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bread toasted.
A little kitchen know-how
Use day-old hoagie rolls for better toasting and holding up to sauce and fillings without getting soggy.
Storage & leftovers
Wrap leftover sandwiches tightly in foil and store in refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in oven at 350°F for 15 minutes.
Cooking times are estimates; check doneness. See safe cooking temperatures and food storage guidance. Check ingredient labels for allergens.