Italian Meatball Subs

STEP 1: MEATBALLS - In a large bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk. Mix in the meat, Parmigiano, eggs, garlic paste, parsley, onion, salt, and pepper. Form 16 meatballs (~2 oz each).

STEP 2: SEAR - Heat olive oil in a 12-inch stainless skillet. Brown meatballs on all sides, then remove and set aside.

STEP 3: MARINARA - In the same pan, add the marinara sauce and bring to a simmer whiles scraping up browned bits from pan.

STEP 4: SIMMER - Nestle meatballs into the sauce. Simmer on low for about 1 hour (or at least 30 mins). Meatballs should reach an internal temperature of 165°F.

STEP 5: BROIL - Transfer meatballs to a 1/4 sheet pan and align them in rows of 4 with a layer of marinara underneath. Spoon more marinara on top, then cover with sliced mozzarella. Broil on the top rack until melted and slightly browned.

STEP 6: ASSEMBLE - Spread sauce on sub rolls and top with grated Parm. Transfer 4 cheesy meatballs to each sub. Spoon extra sauce over, top with torn basil, and enjoy.