Dakota Al's Italian Meatball Subs

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with *Dakota Al's Italian Meatball Subs*! This hearty recipe features tender, juicy meatballs made with a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and Italian herbs. Simmered in rich marinara sauce and nestled into buttery, garlic-toasted sub rolls, these subs are topped with gooey, melted mozzarella for a mouthwatering finish. Perfect for game day gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner, this recipe comes together in just under an hour and serves four generously. Whether you're craving classic Italian flavors or looking for the perfect handheld meal, these meatball subs deliver on every level.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 ratio)
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cups Marinara sauce
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 4 rolls Sub rolls (8-10 inches)
• 2 tablespoons Butter, softened
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, egg, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, parsley, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 2

Roll the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs, about 16-18 in total, and place them on a large plate or tray.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches if necessary, sear the meatballs on all sides until browned, about 6-8 minutes total. They do not need to be fully cooked at this stage.

Step 4

Pour marinara sauce into the skillet with the meatballs. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked through.

Step 5

While the meatballs are cooking, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with the garlic powder. Spread the garlic butter over the inside of each sub roll.

Step 7

Place the rolls on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Step 8

Once the rolls are toasted, spoon 4-5 meatballs with marinara sauce into each roll. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 9

Place the assembled subs back into the oven for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your Dakota Al's Italian Meatball Subs!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2323.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4663.2

Total Fat 258.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 914.8mg	0%
Sodium 8283.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 335.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.9g	0%
Total Sugars 40.5g
Protein 236.0g	0%

Vitamin D 81.9IU	0%
Calcium 1489.4mg	0%
Iron 27.9mg	0%
Potassium 1516.1mg	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: 20.5%

Carbs: 29.0%