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Ultimate Beefy Meatball Sub Delight

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The Ultimate Beefy Meatball Sub Delight features tender homemade beef meatballs simmered in rich marinara sauce, loaded into toasted sub rolls, and topped with melty mozzarella for a comforting, flavorful sandwich.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup onion, grated or finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
  • 4 sub rolls or hoagie buns
  • 2 cups marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter (for toasting rolls)
  • Optional: fresh basil, red pepper flakes, provolone cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, parmesan, egg, garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until just combined.
  2. Roll into 1.5-inch meatballs and place on a tray.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown meatballs on all sides.
  4. Add marinara sauce to the skillet, reduce heat, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
  5. Meanwhile, butter the insides of the rolls and toast in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 5 minutes.
  6. Fill each roll with 3–4 meatballs and sauce, top with mozzarella, and return to oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil or red pepper flakes if desired and serve hot.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, use arrabbiata sauce or add red pepper flakes to the meatballs.
  • To prevent sogginess, toast the rolls and layer cheese under the meatballs.
  • Meatballs can be made ahead and frozen for quick meals.

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