Meatball Subs

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• ½ lb Italian sausage (optional)
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 2 clove garlic
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 24 oz marinara sauce
• 4 hoagie rolls
• 6 slice provolone cheese

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef (and sausage if using), breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
2. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, working in batches if necessary, then remove from skillet.
4. Pour marinara sauce into the skillet, bring to a simmer, then return the browned meatballs to the sauce. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through.
5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice hoagie rolls lengthwise, without cutting all the way through.
6. Spoon meatballs and sauce into each hoagie roll. Top with provolone cheese.
7. Place subs on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly and rolls are lightly toasted.