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Get the oven warmed up to 375°F (190°C). Cut sandwich rolls so they just open but don’t split completely. Lay them cut side up on a baking tray. Spread a tablespoon of soft butter on each cut side.
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Pop the tray into the oven and bake the rolls for 5 to 7 minutes until they turn golden and crispy. Take them out and put aside.
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Lower the heat and let everything cook gently for 5 to 7 minutes so the flavors come together nicely.
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Mix in the marinara and tomato paste. Then sprinkle oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt. Stir it all up and turn the heat down.
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Toss in the fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese. Give it a good stir. Check the taste and add more seasonings if you think it needs it.
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Throw diced onion into the pan and cook it for 3 to 4 minutes until it gets soft and see-through. Then add the garlic and cook another minute till you can smell it.
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Heat a big pan over medium-high. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spoon as it browns, about 7 to 10 minutes. Drain off any extra fat then put the beef back in the pan.
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Spoon the beef mix over the bottom halves of the toasted rolls evenly. Sprinkle garlic powder on top, then close the sandwiches with the top halves and press lightly.
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Dig in right away and enjoy the tasty, hearty flavors of these Italian Garlic Bread Sloppy Joes.