Description
Rich Italian-flavored marinara ladled over hearty, flavorful meatballs, stuffed into soft buns, and topped with melty mozzarella. These Crockpot Meatball Subs are easy weeknight comfort food at its best.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup Panko crumbs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic divided
- 1 tsp onion powder divided
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning divided
- 1 1/2 tsp salt divided
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 lb. Italian sausage
- 1 lb. lean ground beef
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes
- 8 top sliced hotdog buns
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the crumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, and Italian Seasoning. Set this aside.
- In a larger mixing bowl, use your hands to mix the two ground meats.
- Add the eggs and milk to the meat mixture and mix well.
- Finally, add the crumb mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
- Divide the meat into 2” balls and set aside for 15 mins.
- While the meat is resting, combine the remaining spices with the crushed tomatoes to make homemade marinara sauce.
- Place the meatballs at the bottom of a slow cooker. Spoon the marinara sauce over the top. Set it to high and cook for 3 hours.
- Once the meatballs are cooked, place 3 meatballs on a bun and top with shredded mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 3
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
