Weeknight Meatball Sub (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Meatball Mix

01 - 1-2 minced garlic cloves
02 - ½ teaspoon salt
03 - ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1 pound lean ground beef (95%)
06 - 1 tablespoon Italian herb mix
07 - ½ cup panko crumbs

→ Sandwich Ingredients

08 - 8 hoagie rolls
09 - 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
10 - 24 meatballs (store-bought or homemade)
11 - 2 cups tomato marinara
12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# Instructions:

01 - Combine all the meatball mix items, roll into 24 balls. Cook in a skillet using oil, flipping often.
02 - Pour marinara over the cooked meatballs, cover, and heat on medium-low for 15 minutes until the temperature inside reaches 160°F.
03 - Arrange rolls on a tray. Adjust your broiler rack to be 6 inches from the heat.
04 - Fill each roll with 3 meatballs, some sauce, and mozzarella. Broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese gets bubbly.

# Notes:

01 - Frozen meatballs are a great time-saving substitute.
02 - Keep an eye on the broiler to avoid burning the top.

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