Meatball Subs
Meatball subs are the ultimate comfort food, combining juicy meatballs, rich marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella all nestled in a toasted sub roll. Perfect for game day or cozy family dinners, these delightful sandwiches are easy to make and sure to impress your guests. With each bite, you’ll experience a burst of flavor that will transport you back to joyful gatherings filled with laughter and delicious memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups marinara sauce (jarred or homemade)
- 4 sturdy sub rolls
- 1 cup shredded fresh mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm the marinara sauce. Gently add the baked meatballs and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Slice sub rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through; butter each side lightly and toast in a skillet until golden brown.
- Fill each toasted roll with three to four meatballs and spoon over marinara sauce. Top with shredded mozzarella.
- Broil under high heat for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg