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The Ultimate Guide to the Easy Weeknight Meatball Sub: Your Ticket to Comfort in 45 Minutes

The Ultimate Guide to the Easy Weeknight Meatball Sub: Your Ticket to Comfort in 45 Minutes
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These Easy Meatball Subs are pure comfort food—warm, saucy, cheesy, and perfectly portioned. Whether you use homemade or frozen meatballs, this family-friendly dinner comes together with minimal effort and tons of flavor.

Ingredients

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Homemade Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground beef (95% lean)

  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 1 large egg

  • 1–2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning

  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes

  • ½ tsp salt

For the Meatball Subs

  • 24 meatballs (homemade or frozen)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 cups marinara sauce

  • 8 hot dog buns

  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella

Instructions

If Making Homemade Meatballs

  1. In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, panko, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and salt. Form into 24 small meatballs.

  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add meatballs.

  3. Brown the outside, turning every minute or so.

  4. Reduce heat to low and slowly pour in the marinara sauce.

  5. Cover and simmer over medium-low for 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.

If Using Frozen Meatballs

  1. Heat marinara sauce in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. Once simmering, add the frozen meatballs.

  3. Cover and cook over medium-low for about 25 minutes, or until heated through.

To Assemble the Meatball Subs

  1. While meatballs cook, place hot dog buns on a baking sheet. Position oven rack 6 inches from the broiler.

  2. Preheat the broiler.

  3. Add 3 meatballs to each bun and top with marinara and mozzarella.

  4. Broil 2–3 minutes, or until cheese melts—watch closely to avoid burning.

Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Want crispier buns? Lightly brush them with olive oil before broiling.

  • Add extra mozzarella or provolone for a cheesier sub.

  • Great for meal prep—cook the meatballs ahead and reheat in sauce.

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