Classic Italian Meatball Subs
Instead of repeating recipes you may already know and love, this meatball sub uses our original house meatballs and classic tomato sauce—the same ones we served back in our first submarine shop.👉 Classic Italian Meatballs 👉 Homemade tomato SauceBoth recipes can be made ahead and actually taste even better the next day, which is exactly how we did it in the shop.
Instructions
How to Make Meatball Subs
- Make the MeatballsIn a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk and let it soak for a minute. Add eggs, garlic, parsley, grated cheese, salt, and pepper. Gently mix in the ground meats until just combined—don’t overwork it. Roll into evenly sized meatballs.
- Brown the Meatballspreheat the oven to 375-degrees, bake the meatballs 10 -15 minutes. You’re not cooking them through—just building flavor. set aside while making the sauce.
- Simmer the SauceIn the same pan, add olive oil and garlic. Once fragrant, stir in tomato paste, then crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and herbs. Nestle the meatballs into the sauce and simmer gently until the meatballs are cooked through and tender. (30- 45 minutes)
- Build the SubsSplit the rolls and lightly toast if desired. Add meatballs and plenty of sauce, top with sliced cheese, and place under the broiler just until melted and bubbly.
- ServeFinish with grated cheese and fresh herbs. Serve hot—napkins required