Meatball Panini

Name: Meatball Panini
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 8 cooked beef meatballs, halved; 1/2 cup marinara sauce; 2 ciabatta rolls, halved; 4 slices provolone cheese, sliced; 8 leaves fresh basil, torn; 2 tbsp olive oil

A toasted sandwich loaded with sliced meatballs, warm marinara sauce, fresh basil, and gooey provolone melted between crispy ciabatta.

22 minEasyServes 2650 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 cooked beef meatballs, halved
1/2 cup marinara sauce
2 ciabatta rolls, halved
4 slices provolone cheese, sliced
8 leaves fresh basil, torn
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1

Heat 1/2 cup marinara sauce in a small skillet over medium heat, add 8 halved cooked beef meatballs, and simmer until warmed through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
2

Brush the outer sides of 2 halved ciabatta rolls with 2 tbsp olive oil.
3

Layer 4 slices sliced provolone cheese, warmed cooked beef meatballs, extra marinara sauce, and 8 leaves torn fresh basil inside the rolls.
4

Place sandwich in a skillet over medium heat, press down with a heavy pan, and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side until toasted and melted.

Questions

Can I make Meatball Panini dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 4 slices provolone cheese, sliced. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Meatball Panini gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 2 ciabatta rolls, halved. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Meatball Panini keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Meatball Panini?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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