Philadelphia Meatball Heroes

Indulge in the hearty flavors of Philadelphia Meatball Heroes, a mouthwatering sandwich that combines tender, homemade meatballs with zesty marinara sauce, and melted provolone cheese, all nestled inside golden, garlic-buttered hoagie rolls. Made with a rich blend of ground beef and pork, these meatballs are seasoned with Parmesan, fresh parsley, and aromatic garlic for a burst of savory goodness in every bite. After a quick sear, they’re gently baked in marinara sauce to perfection, creating a juicy, flavor-packed centerpiece for these iconic sandwiches. Toasted hoagie rolls brushed with garlic butter provide the perfect base, while bubbly, melty provolone ties it all together. Perfect for game day, weeknight dinners, or casual gatherings, these Italian-inspired heroes are guaranteed to satisfy.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80% lean)
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 whole Large egg
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cups Marinara sauce
• 4 whole Italian-style hoagie rolls
• 8 slices Provolone cheese slices
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients gently with your hands or a spoon until just combined. Do not overmix to avoid dense meatballs.

Step 4

Portion out the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about 2 tablespoons each). You should get 12-16 meatballs.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until browned but not cooked through. Place them on a plate and set aside.

Step 6

Wipe out excess oil from the skillet if needed, then pour in the marinara sauce. Add the partially cooked meatballs to the sauce, spooning some sauce over them.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).

Step 8

While the meatballs bake, prepare the hoagie rolls. Split them open lengthwise, being careful not to slice all the way through. Spread butter evenly on the inside and sprinkle with garlic powder.

Step 9

Place the buttered rolls on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Step 10

To assemble the heroes, place 3-4 meatballs along with some marinara sauce on each hoagie roll. Top with 2 slices of provolone cheese.

Step 11

Place the assembled sandwiches back in the oven for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Serve the Philadelphia Meatball Heroes hot, with additional marinara sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1989.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4454.8

Total Fat 273.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 915.3mg	0%
Sodium 8112.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 253.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 29.0g
Protein 251.7g	0%

Vitamin D 100.4IU	0%
Calcium 2248.7mg	0%
Iron 24.0mg	0%
Potassium 1724.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.9%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 22.6%