Easy Recipes Italian Meatball Subs
These easy recipes Italian meatball subs are the ultimate comfort food sandwich, loaded with flavor and perfect for dinner nights.
Servings: 4 subs
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pounds ground beef
- 1/2 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups marinara or spaghetti sauce
- 4 sub rolls or hoagie buns
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, heat marinara sauce in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add cooked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Slice sub rolls without cutting all the way through. Place 3–4 meatballs in each roll, spoon sauce over the top, and sprinkle with mozzarella.
- Place subs on a baking sheet and broil for 2–3 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve warm.