Meatball subs are a classic Italian-American dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. This recipe combines homemade meatballs made with ground beef and pork, simmered in a rich marinara sauce and served on a crusty sub roll. The result is a flavorful and satisfying meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 4 sub rolls
- Provolone cheese, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped
Preparation
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400F
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and mix everything together with your hands until just combined
- Step 3: Use your hands to shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- Step 4: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until cooked through
- Step 5: While the meatballs are baking, heat the marinara sauce in a large saucepan over medium-low heat
- Step 6: Once the meatballs are done, carefully place them in the saucepan with the marinara sauce and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully coated in the sauce
- Step 7: Slice the sub rolls in half and toast them in the oven for 2-3 minutes, or until lightly browned
- Step 8: Assemble the subs by placing 3-4 meatballs on each roll, followed by a spoonful of marinara sauce and a slice of Provolone cheese
- Step 9: Sprinkle the tops with chopped basil leaves and serve immediately
Chef’s Tip: To make the meatballs more tender, do not overmix the meat mixture, and make sure to handle them gently when placing them on the baking sheet and in the saucepan
Prep: | Cook: | Servings: 4
