Cheesy Meatball Marinara Subs

Succulent, cheesy meatballs piled on toasted rolls with plenty of marinara sauce slathered over the top. These meatball subs make for a delicious dinner you family will love!

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 egg
½ cup bread crumbs
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese plus more for garnish
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
1 cup fresh mozzarella balls about 12 to 15
Olive oil for cooking
1 24- oz jar homemade or storebought marinara sauce
4 hoagies or Italian rolls halved lengthwise
Fresh parsley or basil finely chopped, for garnish

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix together beef, egg, parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, garlic powder, salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes until the ingredients are well combined. Form mixture into small meatballs, each the size of a golf ball. Insert a mozzarella ball into the center of each meatball, taking care to cover completely with meat mixture.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook meatballs in olive oil, making sure all sides are cooked evenly. Add marinara sauce and simmer on low for 10 minutes.
To serve, place meatballs plus sauce in a toasted roll. Sprinkle with more cheese and garnish with herbs, if desired.