Here’s a recipe for Beef and Onion Meatball Subs with Marinara Sauce:
Servings: 4-6
Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes
Ingredients:
For the Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For the Marinara Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Subs:
- 4-6 sub rolls
- Provolone or mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, egg, breadcrumbs, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix everything with your hands or a wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Use your hands to shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm) in diameter. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle the meatballs with a little bit of olive oil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, prepare the marinara sauce. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, and dried oregano to the saucepan. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Assemble the subs by placing 3-4 meatballs on each sub roll. Spoon some marinara sauce over the meatballs and top with sliced cheese.
- Place the subs under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the subs from the oven and sprinkle with chopped basil leaves, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Note: You can also make the meatballs in a skillet on the stovetop if you prefer. Simply cook them in a little bit of oil over medium-high heat until browned on all sides and cooked through.
