Cheesy Meatball Subs

Dive into the ultimate comfort food with these Cheesy Meatball Subs—a hearty, flavor-packed delight that's perfect for weeknight dinners or game day indulgence. Juicy, oven-baked meatballs made from a savory blend of ground beef, ground pork, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic Italian seasonings are simmered in rich marinara sauce for a burst of flavor in every bite. Nestled in toasted hoagie rolls, each sub is crowned with melted provolone or mozzarella cheese, creating a gooey, irresistible finishing touch. Quick to prepare in just under an hour, these subs are a satisfying meal that’s easy to customize with buttery toasted rolls and fresh parsley garnish. Perfect for feeding a hungry crowd, this recipe is a must-try for fans of cheesy, hearty sandwiches!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tbsp Milk
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 cups Marinara sauce
• 6 slices Provolone or mozzarella cheese slices
• 6 Hoagie rolls
• 2 tbsp Butter (optional, for toasting rolls)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, egg, and milk. Mix gently with your hands until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 3

Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked and browned on the outside.

Step 5

While the meatballs bake, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinara sauce and let it warm through.

Step 6

Once the meatballs are cooked, transfer them to the skillet with the marinara sauce. Stir gently to coat the meatballs in the sauce, then simmer on low heat for 5-10 minutes.

Step 7

Preheat your broiler on high. Slice the hoagie rolls in half lengthwise and optionally spread butter on the inside for toasting.

Step 8

Place the hoagie rolls under the broiler for 1-2 minutes or until lightly toasted.

Step 9

Spoon 3-4 meatballs and some marinara sauce onto each hoagie roll. Top the meatballs with a slice of provolone or mozzarella cheese.

Step 10

Place the assembled subs on a baking sheet and return them to the broiler for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2050.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4495.7

Total Fat 252.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 104.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 930.2mg	0%
Sodium 7521.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 310.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.0g	0%
Total Sugars 36.0g
Protein 246.7g	0%

Vitamin D 117.0IU	0%
Calcium 2283.5mg	0%
Iron 30.4mg	0%
Potassium 1821.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 27.6%