Applebee’s Stuffed Meatball Sandwich Recipe
Applebee’s Stuffed Meatball Sandwich was a hearty, indulgent creation featuring giant meatballs stuffed with melted cheese, smothered in marinara sauce, and served on a toasted roll for a rich and satisfying bite.
Make our Lost Favorite Applebee’s Stuffed Meatball Sandwich Recipe at home. With our Secret Restaurant Recipe your Stuffed Meatball Sandwich will taste just like Applebee’s.
Photo by Ron Dollete
Applebee’s Stuffed Meatball Sandwich
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Applebee’s
Applebee’s is a prominent American restaurant chain known for its casual dining experience and diverse menu. Established in 1980, it has grown into one of the largest casual dining chains in the United States, with numerous locations both domestically and internationally. The menu at Applebee’s offers a wide variety of American dishes, including burgers, sandwiches, steaks, seafood, pasta, and appetizers. The restaurant is known for its relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere, making it a popular choice for gatherings with friends and loved ones.
One of its signature features is the “2 for $20” deal, where diners can enjoy two entrees and an appetizer for a fixed price. Applebee’s has also adapted to changing dining trends by offering online ordering and delivery services, making it convenient for customers to enjoy their favorite meals at home. Overall, Applebee’s is a well-established brand known for serving American comfort food in a casual and welcoming environment.
Meatball Subs
The Meatball Sub is the ultimate fusion of comfort and indulgence—a glorious marriage of Italian heritage and American ingenuity. Rooted in the culinary traditions of Italian immigrants, this sandwich likely emerged in the early 20th century in the bustling Italian-American neighborhoods of cities like New York and Philadelphia. At its core, the meatball sub is simple yet profoundly satisfying: tender, seasoned meatballs nestled in a toasted roll, smothered in rich marinara sauce, and crowned with a generous layer of melted cheese, often mozzarella or provolone.
While Italy boasts its own variations of meatballs, known as *polpette*, they are traditionally served on their own or with pasta rather than in a sandwich. The meatball sub, as we know it, is a distinctly American creation, born out of a love for bold flavors and hearty, handheld meals. Today, it’s a staple in pizzerias, delis, and sandwich shops nationwide, from neighborhood joints to big-name chains like Subway and Jersey Mike’s. Some of the best versions can be found in places like Mike’s Deli in the Bronx or the legendary Pat’s King of Steaks in Philadelphia, where they serve up meaty, sauce-drenched perfection.
The meatball sub shares its spirit with other legendary hot sandwiches—think Philly cheesesteaks, Italian beefs, and classic hoagies. But few match its oozy, messy, soul-warming appeal. Whether enjoyed as a late-night bite or a weekend indulgence, a great meatball sub is a reminder that sometimes, the simplest pleasures are the most unforgettable.
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Applebee's Stuffed Meatball Sandwich Recipe
Applebee's Stuffed Meatball Sandwich was a hearty, indulgent creation featuring giant meatballs stuffed with melted cheese, smothered in marinara sauce, and served on a toasted roll for a rich and satisfying bite. Make our Applebee's Stuffed Meatball Sandwich Recipe at home. With our Secret Restaurant Recipe your Stuffed Meatball Sandwich will taste just like Applebee's. Rich, savory meatballs stuffed with melted provolone, simmered in a bold marinara sauce, and nestled in a warm sub roll for the ultimate cheesy, saucy bite.
Yield: 6 Sandwiches
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1/3 cup Milk
- 1 cup Fresh Bread Crumbs
- 1 pound Ground Pork
- 1 pound Ground Veal
- 1 pound Ground Beef (or use 3 pounds Beef only)
- 1/3 cup minced fresh Flat-Leaf Parsley plus extra for garnish
- 3 Eggs lightly beaten
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 3/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground Black Pepper
- 1/3 pound Provolone Cheese cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- Olive Oil for frying
- 6 cups Marinara Sauce spiced with Crushed Red Pepper to taste
Sandwiches
- Six 6-inch Sub Rolls
- Sliced Provolone Cheese
Instructions
Meatballs
- In a large mixing bowl, combine milk and bread crumbs. Let them sit for 5 minutes to absorb.
- Add ground pork, veal, beef, parsley, eggs, garlic, salt and black pepper. Gently mix with hands until just combined.
- Form mixture into 2-inch meatballs, pressing a cube of provolone into the center of each and sealing completely.
- Heat 1/2-inch olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add meatballs, fry and turn until browned on all sides, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Discard excess oil from skillet.
- Pour marinara sauce into the skillet. Bring to a simmer.
- Add meatballs, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 30 minutes. Uncover and cook for 10 minutes more to thicken.
Assemble Sandwiches
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Slice rolls lengthwise, keeping them connected.
- Arrange meatballs in a single layer on a baking sheet. Top each with sliced provolone.
- Place in preheated oven and bake until the cheese melts and bubbles, about 5 minutes.
- Spoon meatballs into the toasted rolls.
- Smother with sauce.
- Garnish with extra parsley.
- Serve hot.
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