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Easy Cheesy Meatball Subs – The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe Guide

Easy Cheesy Meatball Subs – The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe Guide
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These Easy Cheesy Meatball Subs are pure comfort food goodness. Juicy homemade meatballs simmered in rich marinara sauce are tucked into toasted hoagie rolls and topped with gooey melted cheese. They’re simple enough for a busy weeknight but impressive enough for game day, parties, or casual gatherings. Best of all, they’re easy to customize to suit your taste.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground beef or a mix of beef and pork

  • ½ cup breadcrumbs

  • 1 large egg

  • ¼ cup grated onion

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • ¾ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Sauce & Assembly

  • 2 cups marinara sauce

  • 4 hoagie or sub rolls

  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 4 slices provolone cheese (optional)

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tbsp butter (optional, for toasting rolls)

  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the meatballs
    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
    In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
    Roll into 1–1½-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

  2. Cook the meatballs
    Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
    Optional: Pan-fry in a skillet over medium heat, turning to brown all sides.

  3. Simmer in marinara
    Bring the marinara sauce to a gentle simmer in a large saucepan.
    Add the cooked meatballs and simmer for 10–15 minutes to blend flavors.

  4. Prepare the rolls
    Split the rolls open without cutting all the way through.
    Brush with butter if desired and toast in the oven for 3–5 minutes, until lightly crisp.

  5. Assemble the subs
    Spoon meatballs and sauce into each roll.
    Top with mozzarella and provolone cheese.
    Broil for 2–3 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

  6. Serve
    Sprinkle with Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Extra flavor: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little heat.

  • Shortcut option: Use store-bought frozen meatballs to save time.

  • Cheese swap: Try fontina or Italian blend cheese for a twist.

  • Make ahead: Meatballs can be prepared and frozen up to 2 months in advance.

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