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Meatball Subs

Savory Meatball Subs with Sweet Rolls for Cozy Nights

Create delicious meatball subs using sweet King’s Hawaiian rolls for a comforting meal. Perfect for busy weeknights and customizable to suit your taste.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 subs
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Rolls
  • 1 pack King’s Hawaiian Original Hawaiian Sweet Rolls Sweetness complements the meatballs
For the Meatballs
  • 24 oz Frozen Meatballs Can swap with homemade or vegetarian options
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Homemade is preferred for deeper flavor
For the Toppings
  • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with provolone or other cheeses

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. If using frozen meatballs, heat them in a saucepan over medium heat for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are heated through. If making fresh meatballs, combine ground beef or pork in a bowl with breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, beaten egg, and Italian seasonings. Roll the mixture into 1-1.5 inch meatballs and bake on a lined baking sheet at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  2. While the meatballs are cooking, slice the King’s Hawaiian rolls lengthwise but do not cut all the way through. Preheat your oven to 350°F and place the opened rolls cut-side up on a baking sheet. Toast them in the oven for about 5-7 minutes or until they are lightly golden.
  3. Once your meatballs are cooked and the rolls are toasted, it’s time to assemble your meatball subs. Place a few meatballs in each roll, generously spoon marinara sauce over the top, and sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  4. Set your oven to broil. Place the assembled meatball subs on a baking sheet and position them about 6 inches from the heat source. Broil for approximately 2-4 minutes, keeping a close eye on them.
  5. Remove the meatball subs from the oven and let them cool for a minute. Serve them hot, garnished with fresh herbs like basil or parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1subCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

These meatball subs can be served with crispy potato chips or a simple green salad for a complete meal.

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