Description

These hearty meatball sandwiches are made with fresh Italian meatballs, provolone cheese, marinara sauce, and topped with melted mozzarella. Perfect for a quick and comforting meal, these sandwiches are baked in the oven for an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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1–2 packages Carando Abruzzese Fresh Italian Meatballs (adjust based on sandwich size)
4–6 hoagie rolls
4–6 slices provolone cheese
12 oz marinara sauce
6 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Parmesan cheese & parsley, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a large baking sheet with foil and place the meatballs about 1 inch apart. Bake for 15 minutes. Flip the meatballs and bake for another 14-17 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 185°F (85°C).
Lightly grease a casserole dish with cooking spray. Place the hoagie rolls in the dish and line each with a slice of provolone cheese.
Place cooked meatballs inside the rolls. Spoon marinara sauce over the meatballs and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake the assembled sandwiches for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Broil for 2-5 minutes for a golden finish, if desired.
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley before serving.

Notes

Air Fryer Option: To make these in an air fryer, cook the meatballs at 390°F for 15 minutes. Then assemble the sandwiches and air fry for another 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Feel free to use any type of Italian meatballs you like, or even homemade meatballs.
Add red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce if you want to spice it up.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Sandwich
Calories: 720kcal
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 1300mg
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 45g
Cholesterol: 120mg