Meatball Subs with Frozen Meatballs Recipe
These Meatball Subs with Frozen Meatballs are a quick and easy meal perfect for busy weeknights. Using thawed Italian-style frozen meatballs combined with savory marinara sauce and melted provolone or mozzarella cheese, these subs offer a comforting and hearty sandwich experience. Toasted hoagie rolls add the perfect crunch, while optional fresh herbs provide a flavorful finishing touch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Meatballs and Sauce
- 10 ounces Italian style frozen meatballs, thawed
- 1 cup marinara sauce, plus extra for dipping
Cheese
- ½ cup grated provolone or mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
Bread
- 4 hoagie rolls, split
Optional Garnish
- Chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, basil, or oregano
Instructions
- Preheat and Toast the Rolls: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Allow the thawed meatballs to come to room temperature while the oven warms. Place the open hoagie rolls on a large rimmed baking sheet and toast them in the oven until lightly browned, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Prepare the Meatballs and Sauce: In a large bowl, toss together the thawed meatballs and marinara sauce. If the meatballs are still cold or very large, warm them gently in a saucepan on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave to heat through before assembling.
- Assemble the Subs: Spoon the sauced meatballs onto the bottom halves of the toasted hoagie rolls. Sprinkle grated provolone or mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese over the meatballs.
- Bake until Hot and Melted: Place the assembled subs back into the oven, uncovered, and bake for 3 to 5 minutes until the meatballs are heated through and the cheese has melted.
- Optional Broil for Crispiness: To achieve a more browned cheese topping and toastier rolls, place the subs under the broiler for about one minute, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Serve: Close the subs and serve with additional marinara sauce on the side for dipping. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs if desired for added flavor and color.
Notes
- Make sure meatballs are thawed to ensure even heating.
- Warming the meatballs beforehand prevents cold spots inside the subs.
- Use fresh herbs like parsley, basil, or oregano to enhance flavor.
- Keep a close eye during broiling to prevent burning the cheese or bread.
- Substitute cheese types based on preference or availability.