Easy Meatball Grinder

Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with this Easy Meatball Grinder recipe! Juicy, homemade meatballs are crafted from a blend of seasoned ground beef, Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs, then simmered to perfection in a rich marinara sauce. Nestled inside garlic-butter-toasted sub rolls, these irresistible meatballs are topped with gooey, melted mozzarella cheese for a sandwich that’s hearty, flavorful, and satisfying. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or game-day gatherings. Serve these hot and cheesy grinders straight out of the oven, and watch them disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 4 sub rolls
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 2

Roll the mixture into evenly sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. This should yield 12-16 meatballs.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides. This should take about 8-10 minutes.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and pour marinara sauce over the meatballs. Cover the skillet and let simmer for 15 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.

Step 5

While the meatballs are simmering, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix butter with minced garlic and parsley. Spread the mixture onto the inside of the sub rolls.

Step 7

Place the sub rolls on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes, or until lightly toasted.

Step 8

Remove the rolls from the oven and fill each with 3-4 meatballs and a generous scoop of marinara sauce.

Step 9

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs, then return the sandwiches to the oven for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Serve the meatball grinders hot, optionally garnished with additional parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1589.2 grams (1589.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3495

Total Fat 204.00g	262%
Saturated Fat 77.00g	385%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 699mg	233%
Sodium 5893mg	256%
Total Carbohydrate 245.80g	89%
Dietary Fiber 14.70g	53%
Total Sugars 29.90g
Protein 163.80g	328%

Vitamin D 86IU	431%
Calcium 1315mg	101%
Iron 22mg	123%
Potassium 1576mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.8%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 28.3%