Hearty Meatball Sandwich

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 17
Hearty Meatball Sandwich recipe for a filling and satisfying meal
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Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1/3 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 small onion , chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese , divided
1 tablespoon cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup marinara sauce
3 hoagie rolls , split lengthwise

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
3
Calories
661
Sugar
4g
Fat
34g
The Hearty Meatball Sandwich is a classic comfort food, perfect for a cold winter day or when you want something filling and satisfying. Made with lean ground beef, these meatballs are baked rather than fried, making them a healthier option. The sandwich is filled with juicy meatballs coated in a flavorful marinara sauce and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Served on a toasted hoagie roll, this sandwich is sure to satisfy your hunger!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, onion, salt, 1/4 cup of mozzarella cheese, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
3.Shape the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
4.Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until they are cooked through.
5.While the meatballs are cooking, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan on medium heat.
6.Once the meatballs are done, add them to the saucepan with the marinara sauce, stirring gently to coat the meatballs with the sauce.
7.Slice the hoagie rolls and fill them with the meatballs and sauce.
8.Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the meatballs and sauce.
9.Place the hoagie rolls on a baking sheet and broil on high for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This sandwich is hearty and filling, making it a great choice for a satisfying meal.

The meatballs are made with lean ground beef and are baked rather than fried, making them a healthier option.

CONS

The meatballs can be a bit messy to eat, so it’s best to have napkins handy.

This sandwich is fairly high in fat and calories due to the cheese and marinara sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The lean ground beef in this recipe provides a good source of protein and iron.
The marinara sauce is made with tomatoes, which are rich in antioxidants such as lycopene, and are linked to heart health and cancer prevention.

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