Crockpot Meatball Subs
A delicious and comforting slow-cooked dish featuring juicy meatballs in marinara sauce, served in toasted hoagie rolls and topped with melted mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
Meatball Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen meatballs
- 2 cups marinara sauce Choose high-quality marinara sauce for best flavor.
Sub Assembly
- 4 pieces hoagie rolls
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese For best results, use freshly shredded cheese.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by placing the frozen meatballs into your crockpot without thawing.
- Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Cover the crockpot and set the heating level. Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours.
Toasting Rolls
- While the meatballs are cooking, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- After cooking, check the doneness of the meatballs and if necessary, let them cook for an additional 30 minutes on low.
- Place the hoagie rolls on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 5 minutes.
Assembly
- Once the rolls are toasted, remove them from the oven and fill them with the meatballs.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the filled rolls.
- Broil the rolls for 1 to 2 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve immediately, optionally garnished with fresh basil or parsley.
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Notes
For variations, try BBQ sauce instead of marinara or add sautéed vegetables for a healthier version.