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To make great homemade meatball subs, you need just a few key ingredients. The base for the meatballs includes ground beef and ground pork. This mix gives your meatballs a nice taste and texture. You can use one pound of beef and half a pound of pork.

Homemade Meatball Subs

Discover the joy of making homemade meatball subs with this easy and flavorful recipe! Packed with juicy meatballs, tangy marinara, and melty cheese, these sandwiches satisfy every craving. Learn essential tips for creating the perfect meatball mixture, cooking methods, and unique flavor variations to impress your family and friends. Click through for all the delicious details and elevate your sandwich game today!
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Ingredients
  

1 lb ground beef

1/2 lb ground pork

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)

1 large egg

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce

4 hoagie rolls or sub buns

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Olive oil, for drizzling

Instructions
 

Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, egg, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

    Form the Meatballs: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Using your hands, shape the meat mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

      Bake the Meatballs: Drizzle a little olive oil over the meatballs and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until they're browned and cooked through.

        Heat the Marinara Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

          Assemble the Subs: Slice the hoagie rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Place a few meatballs in each roll, generously spooning marinara sauce over the top.

            Add Cheese: Top each loaded roll with a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese.

              Melt the Cheese: Place the assembled subs back on the baking sheet and return them to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

                Serve: Remove the subs from the oven, garnish with extra parsley, and serve hot!

                  Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 4