Italian Meatball Subs

Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with these Italian Meatball Subs—an irresistible combination of juicy, homemade meatballs, rich marinara sauce, and gooey melted mozzarella, served on buttery toasted sub rolls. Made with a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, aromatic garlic, freshly chopped parsley, and Parmesan cheese, these meatballs are seared to perfection and baked in marinara for maximum tenderness. The garlic-buttered rolls add an extra layer of indulgence, while a quick oven bake melts the cheese to bubbly perfection. Perfect for an easy family dinner or game-day crowd-pleaser, this recipe delivers classic Italian flavors in every bite. Serve these hearty subs fresh from the oven and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cups Marinara sauce
• 4 pieces Sub rolls
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Optional: red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined but do not overwork the mixture.

Step 3

Shape the meat mixture into 16 equal-sized meatballs (about 1 1/2 inches each).

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches and sear them until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 5

Transfer the browned meatballs to a large baking dish and pour the marinara sauce evenly over them. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F/71°C).

Step 6

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sub rolls. Split them down the center, but do not cut all the way through. Brush the insides with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder. Toast the rolls in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Step 7

Remove the meatballs from the oven. Spoon 4 meatballs into each toasted sub roll and top with marinara sauce from the dish.

Step 8

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over each sub. Optionally, sprinkle red pepper flakes for added heat.

Step 9

Return the assembled subs to the oven on a baking sheet and bake for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2059.2 grams (2059.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4220

Total Fat 254.90g	327%
Saturated Fat 96.60g	483%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 907mg	302%
Sodium 6713mg	292%
Total Carbohydrate 253.90g	92%
Dietary Fiber 16.90g	60%
Total Sugars 36.50g
Protein 219.80g	440%

Vitamin D 96IU	480%
Calcium 1402mg	108%
Iron 26mg	144%
Potassium 1381mg	29%

*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: 54.8%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 24.2%