Meatball Melties

Get ready to sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with these irresistible Meatball Melties! This recipe combines tender, homemade beef meatballs infused with Parmesan, garlic, and breadcrumbs, all simmered in a rich marinara sauce for maximum flavor. Nestled in toasted, buttery sub rolls sprinkled with oregano, each sandwich is crowned with melty mozzarella cheese for a gooey, satisfying finish. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these hearty, oven-baked sandwiches come together in just 40 minutes and are guaranteed to satisfy any craving. Garnish with fresh basil for an added touch of elegance and serve hot for a meal the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.5 cups Marinara sauce
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 4 rolls Sub rolls
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined, but avoid over-mixing to keep the meatballs tender.

Step 2

Shape the mixture into 12 evenly-sized meatballs (about 1 1/2 inches in diameter).

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned. They do not need to be cooked through at this stage as they will finish in the sauce.

Step 4

Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs in the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Split the sub rolls lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through. Lightly butter the inside of each roll and sprinkle with dried oregano.

Step 7

Place the buttered rolls on a baking sheet, cut side up, and toast in the oven for 5 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 8

Remove the toasted rolls from the oven and spoon 3 meatballs with a generous amount of marinara sauce into each roll.

Step 9

Top each meatball-filled roll with shredded mozzarella cheese. Return the assembled sandwiches to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1465.7 grams (1465.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3278

Total Fat 189.70g	243%
Saturated Fat 72.60g	363%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 694mg	231%
Sodium 6855mg	298%
Total Carbohydrate 240.50g	87%
Dietary Fiber 13.40g	48%
Total Sugars 29.30g
Protein 158.20g	316%

Vitamin D 58IU	291%
Calcium 1253mg	96%
Iron 21mg	116%
Potassium 1574mg	33%

*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: 51.7%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 29.1%