Italian Meatball Sub

Satisfy your cravings with the ultimate comfort food: the Italian Meatball Sub. This hearty recipe features melt-in-your-mouth meatballs made from a savory blend of ground beef, ground pork, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley, all simmered to perfection in a rich marinara sauce. Nestled in buttery, oregano-brushed sub rolls and topped with gooey provolone, these indulgent sandwiches are toasted to golden perfection for maximum flavor. Perfect for a family dinner or game-day treat, these subs combine classic Italian flavors with a touch of homemade indulgence. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80/20)
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 cups Marinara sauce
• 4 large Sub rolls
• 8 slices Provolone cheese slices
• 2 tbsp Butter, melted
• 0.5 tsp Dried oregano

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, minced garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.

Step 3

Using clean hands, roll the meat mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and set them on a plate or tray.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, browning them on all sides (about 2-3 minutes per side). Transfer the browned meatballs to a plate and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, pour in the marinara sauce. Nestle the browned meatballs into the sauce and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).

Step 6

While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the sub rolls. Split each roll lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through. Brush the insides with melted butter and sprinkle with dried oregano.

Step 7

Toast the sub rolls in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp.

Step 8

Once toasted, layer 2 slices of provolone cheese inside each roll. Place 3-4 meatballs into each roll, spooning additional marinara sauce over the top.

Step 9

Return the assembled subs to the oven for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve your Italian Meatball Subs warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1537.9 grams (1537.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3316

Total Fat 183.90g	236%
Saturated Fat 74.70g	374%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 632mg	211%
Sodium 7703mg	335%
Total Carbohydrate 251.70g	92%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 32.70g
Protein 175.30g	351%

Vitamin D 95IU	473%
Calcium 2173mg	167%
Iron 15mg	85%
Potassium 565mg	12%

*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: 49.2%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 29.9%