Meatball Subs

Makes 4 subs

Homemade meatballs, marinara, and broiled provolone on toasted hoagie rolls.

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Ingredients

Meatballs

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1/2 lb Italian sausage

• 1 egg

• 3/4 cup breadcrumbs

• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 2 tbsp water or milk

Homemade Marinara

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 small yellow onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp tomato paste

• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp sugar (optional)

Subs

• 4 hoagie rolls

• 8 slices provolone cheese

• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Cooking Instructions

1. Make the Meatballs. Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine all meatball ingredients in a large bowl. Mix until just combined. Form into 10-12 large meatballs. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.

2. Make the Marinara. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Add crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and sugar. Simmer for 20-30 minutes.

3. Finish the Meatballs. Transfer baked meatballs into the marinara. Simmer for 10 minutes.

4. Build the Subs. Split and lightly toast the hoagie rolls. Spread a thin layer of marinara on the bottom roll. Add 3 meatballs per sub. Spoon a little extra marinara over the meatballs. Top with provolone cheese. Broil until cheese is melted and lightly browned. Garnish with parsley and serve.