Description
These Italian Meatball Subs combine tender homemade meatballs, rich marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella on toasted sub rolls. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or gatherings, this recipe is a guaranteed hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups marinara or pasta sauce
- 4 sub rolls
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or basil (optional)
Instructions
- Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, oregano, basil, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Shape into 1-inch meatballs and cook in a skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
- Pour marinara sauce over the meatballs and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Preheat the broiler. Split and butter sub rolls, then toast under the broiler until lightly golden.
- Assemble subs by layering mozzarella, meatballs, marinara, and more cheese on the rolls.
- Broil the assembled subs for 1–2 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with parsley or basil and serve hot.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey or sausage for beef for a flavor variation.
- Enhance rolls with garlic butter before toasting for extra flavor.
- Serve with a side salad or fries for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Sandwich, Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop and Broiler
- Cuisine: Italian-American