Ooey Gooey Meatball Submarine Sandwich

Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with this Ooey Gooey Meatball Submarine Sandwich recipe! Perfectly seasoned beef and pork meatballs are browned to perfection, then simmered in rich marinara sauce for a mouthwatering burst of flavor. Nestled in buttery, toasted hoagie rolls infused with Italian seasoning, these meatballs are topped with a generous layer of melted, bubbling mozzarella cheese. This hearty, cheesy sub is baked to golden perfection, making it the perfect indulgence for lunch, dinner, or game day. Ready in under an hour and packed with classic Italian flavors, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings for a warm, savory meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 0.5 lb ground pork
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 4 hoagie rolls
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tbsp butter, softened
• 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, milk, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.

Step 3

Roll the meat mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and set them aside on a plate.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in a single layer and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Work in batches if necessary.

Step 5

Once browned, transfer the meatballs to a pot with marinara sauce. Simmer on low heat for 15 minutes until fully cooked and flavors meld together.

Step 6

While the meatballs cook, slice the hoagie rolls lengthwise, leaving one side intact to create a hinge. Spread softened butter on the inside of each roll and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.

Step 7

Place the buttered rolls on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 3-4 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Step 8

Remove the rolls from the oven. Spoon 3-4 meatballs into each roll, along with a generous amount of marinara sauce.

Step 9

Top each sandwich with shredded mozzarella cheese, pressing it into the sauce slightly.

Step 10

Place the sandwiches back in the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and slightly golden.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for 2 minutes before serving. Optionally, garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh chopped basil.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1948.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4280.5

Total Fat 260.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 936.5mg	0%
Sodium 7983.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 230.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 27.2g
Protein 246.5g	0%

Vitamin D 54.0IU	0%
Calcium 2493.6mg	0%
Iron 24.2mg	0%
Potassium 1530.7mg	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: 55.2%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 21.6%