Description
Meatball Subs are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. These hearty sandwiches feature tender, flavorful meatballs smothered in rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese, all nestled in a warm, toasted sub roll. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up these delectable subs that are sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Customize them with your favorite toppings like saut?ed peppers or fresh basil for an extra flavor boost. Whether enjoyed on game day or as a quick weeknight meal, Meatball Subs promise deliciousness in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 4 crusty Italian sub rolls
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400?F (200?C). In a bowl, mix ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and bake them on a lined baking sheet for about 20 minutes.
- While the meatballs are baking, heat marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through.
- Once the meatballs are cooked, place several on each sub roll and generously spoon marinara sauce over them.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and return to the oven to broil for about two minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
For added moisture and flavor, soak breadcrumbs in milk before mixing.
Experiment with different meats such as ground pork or turkey for varied tastes.
Feel free to add your favorite seasonings or herbs to the meat mixture for customized flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg