Ultimate Meatball and Pepperoni Sandwich

Ingredients

• Ground beef (1 lb)
• Breadcrumbs (1/2 cup)
• Egg (1, beaten)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Italian seasoning (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
• Marinara sauce (1 cup)
• Pepperoni slices (1 cup)
• Mozzarella cheese (1 cup, shredded)
• Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup, grated)
• Fresh basil (for garnish)
• Sub rolls (4)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
3. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned.
5. While the meatballs are baking, slice the sub rolls in half lengthwise and spread marinara sauce on both sides of each roll.
6. Layer the pepperoni slices on one side of each roll, followed by the cooked meatballs.
7. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese generously over the meatballs.
8. Place the assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet and return them to the oven. Bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove the sandwiches from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving hot.