Description
Saucy meatballs stuffed into toasted rolls with melty cheese — a comforting classic made simple! Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner, this easy meatball sub recipe brings together flavorful marinara, hearty meatballs, and gooey mozzarella cheese all nestled in a warm, toasted sub roll.
Ingredients
Meatball and Sauce
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen meatballs
- 2 cups marinara sauce
Assembly
- 4 sub rolls
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Heat Meatballs: In a large skillet or saucepan, combine the frozen meatballs and marinara sauce. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are thoroughly heated and the sauce is hot, about 10-12 minutes.
- Prepare Rolls: While the meatballs are heating, preheat your oven’s broiler. Slice the sub rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through so they stay hinged.
- Assemble Subs: Spoon the hot meatballs and sauce evenly into each sub roll. Top each with a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Broil Subs: Place the assembled subs on a baking sheet and put them under the preheated broiler. Broil for 2-3 minutes, watching closely, until the cheese melts and becomes golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven carefully, let cool slightly, and serve warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Add sliced peppers or onions to the meatballs and sauce for extra flavor and texture.
- Brush the inside of the rolls with garlic butter before toasting for a richer taste.
- Use your favorite marinara sauce for a personalized flavor profile.
- To make it spicier, add crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce while heating.
- Ensure the broiler is watched carefully to prevent the cheese from burning.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
