Description
A hearty and delicious Meatball Sub sandwich featuring tender meatballs simmered in marinara sauce, served on toasted hoagie rolls spread with garlic butter, and topped with melted mozzarella cheese for the perfect comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 16 meatballs (homemade or frozen)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
Bread and Toppings
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 4 tablespoons garlic butter
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: Prepare meatballs according to package instructions if using frozen, or follow your homemade meatball recipe. Ensure they are fully cooked before proceeding.
- Simmer in Marinara: Place the cooked meatballs in a medium saucepan with 2 cups of marinara sauce. Cover and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors and heat through.
- Toast the Rolls: While the meatballs simmer, spread garlic butter evenly on the insides of each hoagie roll. Preheat your oven’s broiler and place the rolls on a baking pan, cut side up. Broil for about 3-4 minutes until golden and toasted, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Assemble the Subs: Place the toasted rolls in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Evenly distribute 4 meatballs into each hoagie roll. Spoon some marinara sauce over the meatballs, then sprinkle each with shredded mozzarella cheese and a pinch of chopped parsley if desired.
- Broil to Melt Cheese: Return the assembled subs to the oven under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping, adding an extra layer of flavor and moisture.
Notes
- If using frozen meatballs, thaw them before simmering to ensure even cooking.
- You can substitute hoagie rolls with Italian or sub rolls if preferred.
- Garlic butter can be made by mixing softened butter with minced garlic and a pinch of salt.
- Keep an eye on the broiler to prevent the rolls and cheese from burning.
- For an added twist, sprinkle some red pepper flakes or grated Parmesan cheese on top before broiling.
