Dinner Sandwich Beef Italian

The Ultimate Homemade Meatball Subs

Flavorful meatballs on toasted rolls, smothered with rich marinara sauce and melty mozzarella cheese.

Prep Time 20m
Cook Time 35m
Total Time 55m
Yield 6 sandwiches

Homemade Meatballs

  • Extra lean ground beef 2 pounds
  • Large eggs 2
  • Parmesan cheese (freshly grated) 1/2 cup
  • Salt 1.5 teaspoons
  • Onion (very finely diced) 1/2
  • All-purpose flour (or 1/2 cup bread crumbs) 1/4 cup
  • Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon

Sandwich Assembly

  • Hoagie rolls (sourdough rolls preferred) 6
  • Pasta sauce (marinara) 25 ounces
  • Mozzarella cheese (shredded) 1.5 cups
  • Olive oil (for toasting) as needed
Dinner Sandwich Beef Italian

The Ultimate Homemade Meatball Subs

Prep: 20m Cook: 35m Total: 55m Yield: 6 sandwiches

The Meatballs

1

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, eggs, parmesan, salt, diced onion, Italian seasoning, and flour. Mix well with your hands.

2

Roll mixture into 1" balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

3

Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes until browned and internal temperature is 165°F.

Sauce & Simmer

4

Add pasta sauce to meatballs in a cast iron skillet and simmer for 10 minutes.

Assemble & Broil

5

Cut hoagies in half, brush with olive oil, and toast cut-side down in a hot skillet for 1 minute.

6

Place hoagies on a baking sheet. Fill with saucy meatballs and top with mozzarella cheese.

7

Broil for 2 minutes (top bun off) until cheese is melted. Replace top bun and serve.

Baker's Notes

  • • Starting with wet hands helps prevent meatball mixture from sticking.
  • • Watch carefully while broiling to prevent burning.