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The Ultimate Meatball Sub Sandwich with marinara and melted cheese

The Ultimate Meatball Sub Sandwich


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  • Author: Laura Jennings
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A saucy, cheesy, flavor-packed sandwich that turns classic meatballs into the ultimate comfort meal.


Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef (or mix with pork)

½ cup breadcrumbs

1 egg

2 cloves garlic, minced

½ cup Parmesan cheese

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

1 tsp Italian seasoning

2 cups marinara sauce

4 hoagie or French rolls

1 cup shredded mozzarella

4 slices provolone

Fresh basil (optional)


Instructions

1. Mix beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic, and spices

2. Shape into 12 meatballs and brown in skillet

3. Add marinara and simmer 20 minutes

4. Toast rolls lightly under broiler

5. Fill rolls with 3 meatballs each, top with sauce, provolone, and mozzarella

6. Broil 2 minutes until cheese melts

7. Garnish with basil and serve hot

Notes

Use turkey for leaner meatballs.

Freeze extras for up to 2 months.

Toast bread to prevent sogginess.

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Category: Sandwiches
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sub
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg