Ingredients
Meatballs:
2 pounds ground beef
2 eggs
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup fresh parsley (plus an additional 2 tablespoons, chopped, divided)
6 cloves garlic, minced, divided
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Boat Base:
4 hoagie rolls or baguettes, hollowed out
1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Optional Garnishes:
Fresh basil leaves
Extra Parmesan cheese
Construction
Prepare the Meatballs:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, mix ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup parsley, 4 cloves of minced garlic, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
Roll the mixture into golf-ball-sized meatballs and place them on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cook the Meatballs:
Bake the meatballs for 15-20 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
Prepare the Boat Base:
While the meatballs are baking, hollow out the centers of the hoagie rolls or baguettes, leaving enough bread to hold the filling.
Brush the …
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