Description
Marv n Joe Sandwiches are hearty, flavorful Italian-style sloppy joes made with a savory mix of ground beef and Italian sausage, sautéed vegetables, and marinara sauce, topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on toasted hoagie rolls. Perfect for a satisfying and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound Italian sausage (mild or hot)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Assembly and Toppings
- 6 hoagie rolls or sandwich buns
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Meats: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed to avoid greasiness.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the finely chopped onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and become fragrant.
- Add Sauces and Seasoning: Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes if using, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to meld.
- Prepare Rolls: While the sauce simmers, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Split the hoagie rolls and place them open-faced on a baking sheet, ready to be filled.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Spoon a generous amount of the meat and sauce mixture into each roll. Top each sandwich with shredded mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the sandwiches for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the oven. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot for a comforting, delicious meal.
Notes
- These sandwiches can be prepped ahead and baked just before serving to save time.
- Try using provolone or pepper jack cheese instead of mozzarella for a delicious twist.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the hoagie rolls with gluten-free buns.
- Drain excess fat from the cooked meat mixture well to prevent soggy sandwiches.
