Hearty Meatballs Subs (25 Minutes)

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This recipe features homemade meatballs and marinara sauce, layered with melted mozzarella cheese and served on a toasted sub roll. The combination of juicy meatballs and savory tomato sauce makes for a filling and satisfying sandwich that’s sure to please any day of the week. Let’s begin!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper
  • 4 sub rolls
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until well combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into 12-16 meatballs, depending on the desired size.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides.
  4. While the meatballs are cooking, preheat the broiler and split the sub rolls in half lengthwise.
  5. Place the sub rolls on a baking sheet and toast under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, until lightly browned.
  6. Spoon marinara sauce over the bottom half of each roll.
  7. Place 3-4 meatballs on top of the sauce on each roll.
  8. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs.
  9. Broil for 1-2 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot.

Notes

These sandwiches make great leftovers and are equally delicious cold. Feel free to experiment with additional toppings like sauteed peppers and onions if desired. Enjoy!

*The following nutritional information is based on estimates.

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