Description
Garlic Bread Meatball Sandwiches combine crispy, buttery garlic-infused bread with juicy, savory meatballs simmered in rich marinara sauce. This comforting and flavorful sandwich is easy to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, offering a perfect blend of textures and bold Italian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef and pork blend
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, etc.)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garlic Bread
- 1 fresh baguette or Italian loaf, sliced lengthwise
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Assembly and Garnish
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded or sliced cheese (mozzarella, provolone, or fontina suggested)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground meat with breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain tenderness.
- Shape and Cook the Meatballs: Form mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs. Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little olive oil and brown meatballs on all sides. Then add marinara sauce to the skillet and simmer gently until meatballs are fully cooked and tender.
- Make the Garlic Bread: Slice bread lengthwise and spread a generous layer of garlic butter made from softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Toast in the oven or on a grill pan until the bread is golden and crispy.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Layer the toasted garlic bread with warm meatballs and spoonfuls of marinara sauce. Add shredded or sliced cheese if desired. Place the top half of the garlic bread over the meatballs and gently press together.
- Final Touches: Optionally, place the assembled sandwich back in the oven to melt the cheese and blend flavors. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly minced garlic in the butter for optimal flavor.
- Mix meatball ingredients lightly to avoid dense texture.
- Make uniform meatballs to ensure even cooking and prevent drying out.
- Toast the garlic bread thoroughly to prevent sogginess and balance textures.
- Simmer meatballs in marinara sauce for added moistness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: garlic bread, meatball sandwich, Italian meatballs, comfort food, easy dinner, savory sandwich