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Delicious Meatball Subs with Marinara and Mozzarella Recipe

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Delicious and hearty Meatball Subs featuring tender homemade meatballs simmered in marinara sauce, nestled in toasted sub rolls, and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Sauce and Assembly

  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 4 sub rolls
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the assembled subs.
  2. Make Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  3. Form and Brown Meatballs: Shape the mixture into uniform meatballs. Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides, ensuring they are cooked through. Drain excess fat from the skillet.
  4. Simmer in Sauce: Add marinara sauce to the skillet with the browned meatballs. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors and heat the meatballs through.
  5. Assemble Subs: Place the sub rolls on a baking sheet. Spoon meatballs and marinara sauce into each roll, then evenly top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  6. Bake Subs: Bake the assembled subs in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the mozzarella cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
  7. Serve: Remove from oven and serve the meatball subs warm for the best taste experience.

Notes

  • For a healthier option, choose lean ground beef or substitute with ground turkey.
  • Breadcrumbs can be replaced with gluten-free breadcrumbs to accommodate dietary needs.
  • Add fresh basil or oregano to the meatball mixture for extra herbal flavor.
  • Use provolone cheese instead of mozzarella for a different cheese profile.
  • Leftover meatballs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.

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