Delicious Cheesy Meatball Subs
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of homemade meatball subs. Each sub features juicy meatballs simmered in rich marinara sauce, nestled in a toasted roll and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to bring smiles and satisfied appetites around your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 crusty sub rolls
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, and Italian seasoning. Mix gently.
- Form mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes until golden.
- In a skillet over medium heat, simmer marinara sauce. Add baked meatballs and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- While meatballs are simmering, slice sub rolls open and toast them briefly in the oven until golden.
- Assemble each sub with several meatballs, marinara sauce, and top generously with mozzarella cheese.
- Return subs to the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg