Smoked Meatball Subs with Melty Cheese
Frozen meatballs tossed with marinara and smoked paprika, nestled in crusty rolls with melted provolone. Assembly-style handheld that feels like backyard BBQ in 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 565
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs frozen beef meatballs
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 8 slices provolone cheese slices
- 4 rolls sub rolls (hoagie-style)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- 1
Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high. Add garlic, cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 2
Add frozen meatballs, stir occasionally, until browned on all sides, 8–10 minutes.
- 3
Pour in marinara and smoked paprika, stir to coat. Simmer 4 minutes.
- 4
Divide meatballs and sauce among rolls. Top each with 2 slices provolone.
- 5
Return filled rolls to the same skillet (or a sheet pan). Cook over medium heat or broil 2–3 minutes until cheese melts.
- 6
Serve hot, dripping with sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
- sheet pan (optional, for broiling)
- spatula
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