Description
Meatball Subs are the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender meatballs enveloped in rich marinara sauce and melted cheese, all nestled in a crusty sub roll. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for game days or cozy family dinners, delivering an explosion of flavor with every bite. Customize your subs with your favorite toppings to create a truly satisfying meal that will impress your guests and leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 4 sub rolls
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Heat marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Slice sub rolls without cutting all the way through, load with meatballs, pour marinara sauce over them, and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Serve warm with extra marinara sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Meatball Sub (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use fresh herbs like basil or oregano. Substitute ground turkey or vegetarian meatballs for a lighter option. Elevate your sandwich by adding sautéed peppers and onions.