Meatball Subs Made Easy
Hearty, saucy meatballs tucked into toasted rolls and smothered with melty cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or game day.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.25 lb ground beef (about 85% lean)
- 0.5 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup milk
- 3 tbsp beaten egg about 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.33 cup finely minced onion
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cup marinara sauce
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- 12 oz soft sub rolls about 4 small hoagie rolls
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 6 oz provolone cheese, sliced or mozzarella
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Stir breadcrumbs and milk in a bowl and let them soak for 2 minutes.
- Add beef, beaten egg, Parmesan, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into 16 meatballs, about golf-ball size.
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown meatballs on all sides, about 5–6 minutes.
- Pour in marinara and sprinkle red pepper flakes. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until cooked through, 12–15 minutes.
- Set the oven to broil. Split rolls, spread with butter, and broil cut-side up until lightly toasted.
- Fill each roll with meatballs and spoon over extra sauce. Top with provolone slices.
- Broil until cheese is melted and bubbling. Shower with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Swap half the beef with Italian sausage for extra flavor, or add sautéed peppers and onions under the cheese. Leftovers keep well: cool, refrigerate meatballs and sauce up to 4 days; assemble and broil to serve.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Meatball Subs Made Easy flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.