Step 1

Preheat oven to 500 degrees. Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine all of the meatball ingredients and mix until combined using your hands. Alternately, mix everything together in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.

Step 3

Scoop out chunks of the mixture, about 2 tablespoons each, and shape into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake for 12-15 minutes or until cooked through.

Step 5

Slice the sandwich rolls in half and top with three to four meatballs, depending on what will fit. Drizzle on extra hot sauce if desired. Top with a small handful of cheddar cheese. Place on a baking sheet, with the top half of the roll laying cut side up next to the bottom portion with the meatballs. Repeat with remaining buns.

Step 6

Place sandwiches back in the hot oven for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the bread is beginning to brown at the edges.

Step 7

Top the meatballs with the sliced bun tops.

Step 8

Serve with extra ranch dressing and hot sauce as desired.