Meatball sub sandwiches are an Italian classic! Topped with provolone and a sprinkling of parmesan, they are savory, meaty, and full of so much flavor. When we were growing up, our mom would often make a big batch of meatballs in marinara sauce and then divide it to make two meals. One night we would have spaghetti and meatballs and then later in the week we would have meatball subs. It was a great way to meal prep and knock out two meals with the effort of one.
How to Make Meatball Sub Sandwiches
It only takes a few ingredients to create this classic dish: meatballs, marinara sauce, provolone cheese, sandwich rolls or hoagie rolls, and fresh basil and parmesan cheese for garnish. Assembling the sandwich is easy!
Begin by simmering the cooked meatballs in sauce for about 5 minutes. This soaks them really nicely in sauce. Next, slice the sandwich rolls, but not all the way through, and place them on a baking sheet. Fill the rolls with meatballs, and don’t forget to spoon sauce in there as well! Cut your provolone cheese in half and tuck inside, placing along top the inside on the meatballs in the rolls. Next, broil on high in the oven for 2-3 minutes while watching closely so nothing burns. You just want the cheese to melt, the meatballs are already completely cooked and warm. Garnish with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.
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Make it vegetarian– use meatless meatballs and follow all the same instructions for a divine, vegetarian sub that everyone can enjoy.
Make it a slider– use small rolls instead of long sandwich rolls for a bite size meatball treat or appetizer!
Add more veggies– pan fry onions, mushrooms, and garlic to go on top for a more savory, delicious taste.
Prep the bread– slather the inside of your bread with garlic butter for buttery, garlicky flavor and a softer texture.
Add more meat– slice an Italian sausage into coin shapes and pan fry until completely cooked. Add these to the simmering meatball/sauce saucepan mixture and into your bread for a delicious taste.
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