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Crispy Meatball Sub with Melted Mozzarella

Frozen meatballs crisped in a skillet, nestled in a hoagie roll with warm marinara and gooey melted mozzarella. Ready in 15 minutes.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
28g
Crispy Meatball Sub with Melted Mozzarella
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add meatballs and cook without stirring for 2 minutes until edges brown.

  2. Step 2

    Shake the pan or stir meatballs, breaking up any clumps. Cook 3 more minutes until the surface is mostly browned.

  3. Step 3

    Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour in marinara sauce.

  4. Step 4

    Simmer for 2 minutes until sauce is warm and meatballs are heated through.

  5. Step 5

    Split rolls open and line with mozzarella slices. Spoon meatballs and sauce into each roll.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately while cheese is warm and starting to soften from the heat.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • cutting board (optional)

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