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Baked Meatball Subs Recipe

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  • Author: Molly
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings

Description

This delicious Baked Meatball Subs recipe combines tender, flavorful homemade meatballs baked to perfection, simmered in a rich pasta sauce, and then loaded into soft sub rolls topped with gooey melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a hearty family dinner or casual gathering, these subs bring classic Italian-American flavors together in a simple, satisfying sandwich.

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Sauce and Assembly

  • 2 cups pasta sauce
  • 5 sub rolls
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the meatballs evenly and thoroughly.
  2. Make the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the lean ground beef, egg, Italian seasoned bread crumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well using your hands to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  3. Shape the Meatballs: Using a cookie scoop, portion the meatball mixture into equal sizes, then roll each portion into a round meatball with your hands. Place the formed meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  4. Bake the Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the oven at 350°F for 20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and no longer pink inside.
  5. Heat the Sauce: While the meatballs bake, pour the pasta sauce into a large skillet and heat it through on the stovetop.
  6. Coat Meatballs in Sauce: Once the meatballs are baked, carefully add them to the heated skillet with the pasta sauce. Gently stir to coat each meatball evenly.
  7. Assemble the Subs: In a baking dish, line up the sub rolls and fill each roll with 3 to 5 sauced meatballs, depending on their size. Generously top each filled roll with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  8. Broil the Subs: Place the baking dish under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes until the mozzarella cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch carefully to prevent the cheese from burning.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Remove the subs from the oven and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top of each sub for a fresh finish. Serve immediately and enjoy your warm, cheesy meatball subs.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and make the meatballs healthier.
  • Italian seasoned bread crumbs add extra flavor, but plain bread crumbs can be used with added Italian herbs.
  • You can substitute mozzarella with provolone or a blend of Italian cheeses for variation.
  • Keep an eye on the subs while broiling to avoid burning the cheese.
  • For a spicier twist, add red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture or pasta sauce.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://recipeglimpse.com/baked-meatball-subs-recipe/