Recipe

Few things hit the spot like a steaming Italian meatball sandwich—tender, herby meatballs swimming in bright marinara, blanketed with gooey melted cheese, all tucked into a toasty roll. It’s game-day gold, weeknight hero, and party legend rolled into one glorious handheld meal.

The real trick to next-level sandwiches? Perfect fluffy cheese shreds that melt evenly and stretch for days. A quick spin with the Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater turns a block of mozzarella into airy ribbons faster than you can say “extra cheese, please.”

🥄Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

For the Meatballs

1 lb ground beef (80/20)

½ lb ground pork

½ cup breadcrumbs

¼ cup milk

1 egg

⅓ cup grated Parmesan

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp salt & black pepper

Handful fresh parsley, chopped

For the Sandwich

2 cups marinara sauce (homemade or jarred)

8 oz mozzarella (block works best)

4–6 hoagie rolls or baguette pieces

Butter or garlic butter for toasting

Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh basil

🥩Step-by-Step: Meatball Sandwiches in 4 Moves

1. Make & Sear the Meatballs

Mix all meatball ingredients gently (don’t overwork!). Roll into golf-ball-sized meatballs. Sear in a hot skillet with olive oil until browned on all sides, then pour in marinara and simmer until cooked through and saucy.

2. Toast the Rolls

Slice rolls, spread with garlic butter, and toast cut-side down until golden. This step = crunchy exterior, soft interior, zero soggy buns.

3. Shred Cheese Lightning-Fast

Lock the crank cheese grater on your counter, pop in the coarse blade, and crank the mozzarella block into light, fluffy shreds—ready to melt in seconds.

4. Assemble & Broil

Pile meatballs and sauce into toasted rolls. Top generously with shredded mozzarella. Slide under the broiler for 2–3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Finish with basil or chili flakes.

🥖Tips & Twists

Spicy Version – Add red pepper flakes to the meat mix.

Cheesy Overload – Mix Parmesan into the meatballs and top with mozzarella.

Make-Ahead – Meatballs freeze perfectly; reheat in sauce when cravings hit.

Vegetarian Swap – Use plant-based meatballs and vegan cheese (still shreds beautifully!).

🥪Final Verdict

These Italian Meatball Sandwiches are pure comfort—saucy, cheesy, and impossible to eat without smiling. With the rotary grater handling the cheese in one effortless crank, you’ll get that perfect melty pull every single time.