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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Sub Assembly
Method
Meatballs Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- 2
Form Meatballs
With your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. You should get around 12 meatballs.
- 3
Cook Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
Sub Assembly
- 4
Prepare Marinara Sauce
While the meatballs are baking, heat the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat until warmed through.
- 5
Assemble Subs
Once the meatballs are cooked, take the sub rolls and slice them open. Place 3-4 meatballs in each sub roll, then top with warm marinara sauce.
- 6
Add Cheese
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the meatballs and marinara sauce generously.
- 7
Melt Cheese
Place the assembled subs under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
If desired, sprinkle fresh basil on top before serving. Serve the meatball subs hot.