Italian Sausage Meatball Heroes

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This is a true man pleaser, think of it for tv game parties. Fresh marinara sauce makes all the difference in these hearty sandwiches. Look for it near the cheeses and fresh pasta at the supermarket. I'm thinking that a mess of meatballs could be made ahead and frozen to be used as and when wanted.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 400 degrees fahrenheit.

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Mix sausage meat , 1 / 2 cup marinara sauce , parmesan cheese , 2 tablespoons parsley , and 2 tablespoons basil in large bowl.

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Using wet hands , shape mixture into 8 meatballs.

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Bring 2 tablespoons parsley , 2 tablespoons basil , remaining marinara , and meatballs to boil in large skillet.

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Cover.

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Reduce heat.

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Simmer until meatballs are cooked through , turning often , for about 20 minutes.

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Place baguette bottoms on a baking sheet.

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Spread each with about 2 tablespoons sauce from the skillet.

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Cut meatballs in half in skillet.

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Overlap 4 halves on each baguette bottom.

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Spoon remaining sauce over meatballs.

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Sprinkle mozzarella over top , dividing equally.

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Bake until cheese melts , about 5 minutes.

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Sprinkle with remaining parsley and basil.

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Cover with baguette tops.

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Ingredients

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italian sausage, marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, italian parsley, fresh basil, french baguettes, mozzarella cheese