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To make great meatball subs, you need some key ingredients. First, you need ground beef. It gives the meatballs a rich taste. The best meatballs for subs use 1 pound of ground beef. Mixing in 1 cup of breadcrumbs helps bind everything together.

Homemade Meatball Subs

Satisfy your cravings with this easy homemade meatball sub recipe! Discover how to create juicy meatballs from scratch using simple ingredients like ground beef, breadcrumbs, and fresh herbs. Learn the best tips for browning meatballs and assembling the perfect sub with marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for family meals or gatherings, these subs are sure to impress. Click through for the full recipe and start cooking your new favorite dish!
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Ingredients
  

1 pound ground beef

1 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 large egg

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce

4 sub rolls

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Olive oil for brushing

Optional: extra parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

    Make the Meatballs: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, egg, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

      Form the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. You should yield around 16 meatballs.

        Brown the Meatballs: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat a drizzle of olive oil. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. (You can do this in batches if needed.)

          Add Marinara Sauce: Once browned, pour in the marinara sauce over the meatballs. Reduce heat to low and let them simmer in the sauce for about 15-20 minutes until cooked through.

            Prepare Sub Rolls: While the meatballs simmer, slice the sub rolls open, but not completely through, allowing them to hold their shape. Brush the outside with olive oil.

              Assemble the Subs: Once the meatballs are cooked, take a meatball and place it in each sub roll, spooning some sauce over the top.

                Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs in each roll.

                  Bake the Subs: Place the assembled subs on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bread is slightly golden.

                    Garnish and Serve: Once out of the oven, garnish with extra parsley if desired. Serve hot.

                      Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 4 subs