Description
Easy Meatball Sub is a hearty and delicious sandwich featuring juicy cooked meatballs smothered in rich marinara sauce, topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, all nestled in a toasted sub roll. Perfect for a satisfying and comforting meal that’s quick to prepare.
Ingredients
Meatballs and Sauce
- 12 cooked meatballs
- 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
Sandwich
- 4 sub rolls
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for toasting the rolls and melting the cheese later.
- Heat Meatballs: In a saucepan, combine the cooked meatballs with marinara sauce and heat over medium heat until the meatballs are warmed through and the sauce is hot, about 5-7 minutes.
- Toast Sub Rolls: Place the sub rolls on a baking tray and put them in the oven for 3-4 minutes to lightly toast the bread, enhancing its texture and flavor.
- Assemble Sub: Remove the toasted rolls from the oven and fill each one with the warm meatballs and marinara sauce, distributing evenly among the four rolls.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the meatballs in each sub to prepare for melting.
- Bake to Melt Cheese: Return the assembled subs to the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the subs from the oven, sprinkle 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning evenly over them, and serve hot for the best flavor and experience.
Notes
- You can use homemade or store-bought frozen meatballs based on your convenience and preference.
- For an extra kick, add sliced jalapeños or red pepper flakes before baking.
- Substitute mozzarella with provolone or cheddar cheese for variation.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free rolls to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
