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The Ultimate Guide to Mouthwatering Meatball Subs You Need to Try

Learn how to make delicious Meatball Subs. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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The key to this dish lies in selecting the right ingredients, especially fresh ones. Whenever possible, I choose lean ground beef or a mix of beef and pork for depth of flavor. A good quality marinara sauce makes a huge difference — homemade is ideal, but a trusted jarred sauce works too when life gets busy. Fresh bread rolls that can hold all those glorious meatballs and sauce without falling apart are my go-to. I’m also a fan of adding fresh herbs like parsley to brighten the meatballs. These little touches make the difference between an ordinary sub and one that feels like a warm embrace.

  • 1 pound lean ground beef (or half beef, half pork)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Italian seasoned or plain)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 4 hoagie rolls or sub buns
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined — overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
  3. Form the mixture into roughly 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place them evenly on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until they’re cooked through and lightly browned.
  5. While the meatballs bake, warm your marinara sauce in a saucepan over low heat to let the flavors meld.
  6. Once meatballs are done, transfer them to the sauce, gently stirring to coat each one.
  7. Slice the hoagie rolls lengthwise, leaving a hinge on one side to hold the filling.
  8. Fill each roll with meatballs and spoon over extra marinara sauce.
  9. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and place the subs on a baking sheet.
  10. Bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until the cheese melts and bubbles.
  11. Remove from oven, let cool for a minute, and serve warm.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

Keywords: Meatball Subs, recipe, cooking, food