Cheesy Meatball Subs
Delicious cheesy meatball subs with tender meatballs, rich marinara sauce, and gooey melted cheese, served in toasted hoagie rolls.
Ingredients
For the meatballs
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley Fresh herbs elevate the flavor
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
For assembly
- 2 cups marinara sauce Warm before serving
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded Can experiment with other cheeses
- 4 pieces hoagie rolls Toast for added crunch
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into meatballs about the size of a golf ball and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
Assembly
- While the meatballs are baking, warm the marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Once the meatballs are cooked, toss them gently in the marinara sauce.
- Halve the hoagie rolls and place them on a baking dish. Fill each roll with the meatballs and spoon over more marinara sauce.
- Top each filled roll with a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the oven for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
Use fresh herbs for better flavor; consider adding toppings like banana peppers or jalapeños for an extra kick. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.