Stuffed Hot Sausage Meatball Subs Recipe

Name: Stuffed Hot Sausage Meatball Subs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds bulk Italian hot sausage; 1 pound smoked mozzarella, cut into 12 cubes; EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil) for drizzling, plus 1 tablespoon; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/4 cup pitted kalamata black olives, chopped; 1/4 cup softened sun-dried tomatoes, chopped; 1 (28-ounce) can Italian crushed tomatoes; Salt and black pepper; 4 crusty sub rolls, ciabatta bread, or individual ciabatta rolls, 7 to 8 inches long per person; A handful of fresh basil leaves, torn or shredded; Freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 pounds bulk Italian hot sausage
1 pound smoked mozzarella, cut into 12 cubes
EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil) for drizzling, plus 1 tablespoon
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 cup pitted kalamata black olives, chopped
1/4 cup softened sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 (28-ounce) can Italian crushed tomatoes
Salt and black pepper
4 crusty sub rolls, ciabatta bread, or individual ciabatta rolls, 7 to 8 inches long per person
A handful of fresh basil leaves, torn or shredded
Freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese, for garnish

1
Preheat the oven to 425F.
2
Arrange a cooling rack on a rimmed baking sheet.
3
Dip your hands in warm water to prevent sticking.
4
Separate the 2 pounds of sausage into 4 equal portions.
5
Each portion should form 3 meatballs.
6
Nest a cube of smoked cheese into the center of each meatball.
7
Coat the meatballs with EVOO and roast on the rack above the baking sheet until firm and cooked through, about 18 minutes.
8
While the meatballs cook, heat the tablespoon of EVOO in a sauce pot over medium heat.
9
Add the onions and garlic and cook until tender, 5 to 6 minutes.
10
Then stir in the olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer.
11
Take out the meatballs, turn off the oven, and crisp the rolls for a minute.
12
Split the rolls and fill each with 3 meatballs.
13
Top with some sauce, basil, and cheese and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds bulk Italian hot sausage, 1 pound smoked mozzarella, cut into 12 cubes, EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil) for drizzling, plus 1 tablespoon, 1 onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Hot Sausage Meatball Subs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Stuffed Hot Sausage Meatball Subs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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