Emergency Meatball Sub Dinner

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 14

Emergency Meatball Sub Dinner Recipe for A Quick Meal

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 frozen meatballs ( homemade or store bought )
	1/4 cup pasta sauce , from a jar
	2 tablespoons cheese , shredded
	4 submarine rolls

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

402

Sugar

Fat

17g

Emergency Meatball Sub Dinner is a quick and easy recipe that is perfect when you're short on time but want a satisfying meal. This sandwich features flavorful meatballs made from either homemade or store-bought frozen meatballs and coated in pasta sauce before being baked to perfection. Once the meatballs are done, they are placed inside sliced submarine rolls with a sprinkle of shredded cheese, ready to be enjoyed as a hearty sandwich. This dish is very easy to make and is ideal for busy weeknights when you need to make dinner quickly.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to broil.
2.	Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
3.	Arrange the frozen meatballs in the baking dish, leaving space between each meatball.
4.	Pour the pasta sauce over the meatballs to coat.
5.	Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the meatballs.
6.	Bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7.	While the meatballs are baking, cut the submarine rolls in half lengthwise and lightly toast the rolls.
8.	Once the meatballs are done, place 6 meatballs on the bottom half of each roll and then bun the top half of each roll on top of the meatballs to serve as a sandwich

PROS

This dish is very easy to assemble and is perfect for a quick dinner that is sure to fill you up.

The combination of meatballs and pasta sauce is a classic delicious flavor that everyone will enjoy.

Ideal for busy weeknights when you don’t have time to cook a full meal.

CONS

If you’re looking for a healthy dish, this isn’t it.

The high sodium and fat content in the meatballs and pasta sauce may not be the best option for those with heart disease, obesity, and other health problems.

Frozen meatballs are high in preservatives and are not the healthiest option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This quick dish is not the healthiest dinner option out there, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional indulgence.
Homemade meatballs made with lean ground beef and fresh herbs are a healthier alternative to store bought frozen meatballs.
The tomato sauce offers some health benefits, including being rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and potassium.