Meatball sub recipe for six people
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These sandwiches make six generous servings with homemade beef meatballs. They are designed for dinner, not a freezer batch.
Ingredients
Ground beef
1 1/2 pounds
Panko breadcrumbs
3/4 cup
Eggs
2
Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup, grated
Garlic cloves
3
Fresh parsley
1/4 cup, chopped
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon
Black pepper
1/2 teaspoon
Olive oil
2 tablespoons
Marinara sauce
32 ounces
Sub rolls
6
Provolone cheese slices
12
How to make it
- Heat the oven to 400°F. 2. Mix beef, panko, eggs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper; form 18 meatballs. 3. Brown meatballs in oil, then add marinara and simmer until cooked through. 4. Split rolls and toast lightly. 5. Fill each roll with three meatballs and sauce, top with provolone, and broil until melted.
Who this list is for
This meatball sub recipe is for home cooks feeding six people a hearty dinner. It’s tailored for those who want to make everything from scratch—meatballs, sauce, and assembly—without prepping for leftovers or freezing extra portions. If you like classic Italian-American flavors and want a meal that fills everyone up, this list is for you.
How to use this list
Start by gathering all ingredients before you begin. Use 1 1/2 pounds of ground beef, 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, 3 garlic cloves, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for the meatballs. Season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Shape and brown the meatballs in 2 tablespoons olive oil, then simmer in 32 ounces of marinara sauce. While the meatballs cook, split six sub rolls and lay out 12 provolone cheese slices. When everything is hot, assemble the sandwiches and serve immediately.
Common mistakes
Don’t skip mixing the meatball ingredients thoroughly—uneven seasoning leads to bland bites. Avoid using dry rolls; fresh sub rolls hold up better under sauce. Don’t overbake the assembled sandwiches or the cheese will toughen. Resist the urge to use less sauce; the recipe is balanced for saucy, juicy subs.
What is on this list
This list has everything you need for six meatball subs: ground beef, panko, eggs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, kosher salt, black pepper, olive oil, marinara sauce, sub rolls, and provolone cheese slices. Go through your fridge and pantry and cross off anything you already have, like eggs or olive oil, before shopping.
Before you start cooking
Preheat your oven if you want to melt the cheese on the assembled subs. Chop the parsley and grate the Parmesan ahead of time. Lay out your ingredients so nothing gets missed in the rush. Once you’re done, store any leftover sauce or meatballs separately—these are best eaten fresh, but leftovers can be used in pasta the next day.
FAQ
Who is "Meatball sub recipe for six people" for?
This meatball sub recipe is for home cooks feeding six people a hearty dinner. It’s tailored for those who want to make everything from scratch—meatballs, sauce, and assembly—without prepping for leftovers or freezing extra portions. If you like classic Italian-American flavors and want a meal that fills everyone up, this list is for you.
How should I use "Meatball sub recipe for six people"?
Start by gathering all ingredients before you begin. Use 1 1/2 pounds of ground beef, 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, 3 garlic cloves, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for the meatballs. Season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Shape and brown the meatballs in 2 tablespoons olive oil, then simmer in 32 o…
What should I skip or avoid with "Meatball sub recipe for six people"?
Don’t skip mixing the meatball ingredients thoroughly—uneven seasoning leads to bland bites. Avoid using dry rolls; fresh sub rolls hold up better under sauce. Don’t overbake the assembled sandwiches or the cheese will toughen. Resist the urge to use less sauce; the recipe is balanced for saucy, juicy subs.
What is on the "Meatball sub recipe for six people" list?
This list has everything you need for six meatball subs: ground beef, panko, eggs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, kosher salt, black pepper, olive oil, marinara sauce, sub rolls, and provolone cheese slices. Go through your fridge and pantry and cross off anything you already have, like eggs or olive oil, before shopping.
What should I know about before you start cooking?
Preheat your oven if you want to melt the cheese on the assembled subs. Chop the parsley and grate the Parmesan ahead of time. Lay out your ingredients so nothing gets missed in the rush. Once you’re done, store any leftover sauce or meatballs separately—these are best eaten fresh, but leftovers can be used in pasta the next day.
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