Meatball Sub Recipe
Hearty meatball sub with marinara sauce and cheese.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
Sub Assembly
Method
Meatballs Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, egg, and chopped parsley. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- 2
Form Meatballs
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and browned on the outside.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Add the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- 6
Simmer Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Sub Assembly
- 7
Prepare Sub Rolls
Slice the sub rolls in half lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Toast them lightly in the oven if desired.
- 8
Assemble Meatball Subs
Place 3-4 meatballs in each sub roll. Spoon marinara sauce generously over the meatballs, and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 9
Melt Cheese
Place the assembled subs back in the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 10
Garnish and Serve
If desired, garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Serve hot.