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Weeknight Meatball Sub

Savory Weeknight Meatball Sub for Effortless Family Dinners

A delicious and quick Weeknight Meatball Sub recipe perfect for busy family dinners, featuring savory meatballs, marinara sauce, and cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 subs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatball Filling
  • 16 oz Pre-Cooked Meatballs Ready to go to keep prep time minimal.
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Use homemade for extra flavor.
  • 8 oz Provolone Cheese Can substitute with mozzarella.
For the Sub Assembly
  • 4 rolls Sub Rolls Whole grain is a healthier option.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil or Parsley Chopped for garnish.
Optional Toppings
  • to taste Chili Flakes For extra spice.
  • 1/4 cup Pickled Jalapeños For added crunch.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Steps
  1. Gather all your ingredients and chop fresh basil or parsley for garnish.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the pre-cooked meatballs with marinara sauce for about 5-7 minutes until warmed through.
  3. Slice the sub rolls in half and toast them in a separate skillet or under the broiler for about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Assemble the subs by adding a portion of the meatballs and marinara sauce into each toasted roll.
  5. Sprinkle provolone cheese over the meatballs and add chopped basil or parsley.
  6. Serve immediately with a side of crunchy pickles or a simple salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1subCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftover meatballs and rolls separately for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to maintain texture.

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