Meatball Subs
Meatball subs are a hearty, delicious treat that brings comfort food to a new level. Picture juicy meatballs nestled in soft sub rolls, smothered with rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey melted mozzarella. Perfect for game days or family dinners, this recipe is simple yet satisfying, ensuring every bite is filled with flavor. Impress your guests and make any occasion memorable with these easy-to-prepare meatball subs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 fat content)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-style)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 4 sub rolls
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and egg. Mix until just combined.
- Roll mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, heat marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Slice open each sub roll and add one or two meatballs inside. Spoon marinara sauce over the top and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Return subs to the oven for 5-7 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg