Meatball Grinder with Marinara & Mozzarella
These Meatball Grinders are a delicious combination of juicy meatballs, savory marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Meatball Filling
- 1 lb cooked meatballs (homemade or frozen)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For the Grinder
- 4 pieces hoagie rolls or sub buns
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional) For garnish
- as needed Butter For toasting buns
Instructions
Preparation
- In a saucepan, simmer meatballs in marinara sauce over medium-low heat for 10–15 minutes.
Cooking
- Lightly butter the inside of each hoagie roll and toast in a skillet or oven until golden.
- Place 3–4 meatballs in each toasted roll. Spoon extra marinara over the top.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella and broil for 1–2 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- Top with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For added flavor, sprinkle some Italian seasoning over the meatballs before adding the cheese. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 2-3 days, best kept separate from the buns to avoid sogginess.