Meatball Sub with Marinara (Printable)

Tender beef and pork meatballs simmered in marinara, served on toasted rolls with melted provolone cheese.

# What You’ll Need:

→ For the Meatballs

01 - 1 lb ground beef
02 - ½ lb ground pork
03 - 1 large egg
04 - ½ cup breadcrumbs
05 - 2 tablespoons milk
06 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1 teaspoon salt
11 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ For the Marinara Sauce

12 - 2 cups marinara sauce
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
14 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
15 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ For Assembly

16 - 4 long sandwich rolls
17 - 8 slices provolone cheese
18 - 1 tablespoon butter, for toasting rolls
19 - Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
03 - Shape mixture into 16 meatballs, about 1¼ inches each.
04 - Place meatballs on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until browned and cooked through.
05 - While meatballs bake, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
06 - Pour in marinara sauce and bring to a simmer.
07 - Transfer baked meatballs to the sauce. Simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
08 - Cut the sandwich rolls lengthwise and lightly butter the insides. Toast under the broiler or in a pan until golden.
09 - Arrange 4 meatballs with sauce inside each roll. Top each with 2 slices of provolone cheese.
10 - Place assembled subs on a baking tray and broil for 2-3 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
11 - Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Classic Comfort Food: It’s a hearty, satisfying sandwich that brings the authentic taste of an American-Italian deli right to your kitchen.
  • Easy to Make: With straightforward instructions and simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner.
  • Packed with Flavor: From the seasoned meatballs to the rich marinara and melted cheese, every bite is a flavor explosion.
02 -
  • Don't Overmix: Mix the meatball ingredients until just combined. Overworking the meat can result in tough, dense meatballs.
  • Toast the Rolls: Lightly toasting the rolls before assembling adds a nice crunch and helps prevent them from getting soggy from the sauce.
  • Beef and Pork Combo: Using a mix of ground beef and pork is key. The beef provides rich flavor, while the pork adds moisture and tenderness.
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