Giant Meatball Sub
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Giant Meatball Sub, a show-stopping combination of juicy, flavor-packed meatballs, tangy marinara sauce, and gooey melted mozzarella, all nestled inside a crisp, buttery Italian loaf. Made with a blend of ground beef and Italian sausage, these oversized meatballs are infused with Parmesan, fresh parsley, and garlic for an irresistible homemade touch. Sear them to perfection, bake until tender, and spoon onto a toasted sub roll brushed with herb butter for a restaurant-quality bite. Perfect for hearty family dinners or game-day feasts, this impressive Italian-inspired dish is as satisfying as it is easy to make. Serve it sliced and watch it disappear! Keywords: giant meatball sub, Italian sub, homemade meatballs, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, hearty sandwich recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 large Egg
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 cups Marinara sauce
- 1 large Italian loaf or baguette
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, eggs, milk, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until everything is evenly combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
Form the meat mixture into large meatballs, approximately 3 inches in diameter. You should get about 6 large meatballs.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they develop a golden-brown crust. Transfer the seared meatballs to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
While the meatballs bake, warm the marinara sauce in a saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally.
Slice the Italian loaf or baguette lengthwise, without cutting all the way through, to create a pocket for the filling. Place the loaf on a baking sheet.
Brush the inside of the bread with melted butter and sprinkle with dried oregano and garlic powder.
Toast the bread in the oven for 5 minutes, or until lightly crispy.
Once the meatballs are cooked, add them to the marinara sauce and coat them evenly.
Fill the toasted loaf with the meatballs and spoon additional marinara sauce over them.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously over the meatballs. Return the assembled sub to the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the giant meatball sub from the oven, slice into portions, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1154 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.7 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.3 g | 151% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 262 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 2194 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 63.2 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 454 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 757 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
