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Meatball Subs with 5-Minute Marinara

Everyone will love these easy-to-make meatballs subs. The whole thing comes together quickly, with frozen meatballs, French bread sliced into sandwich rolls and a quick marinara sauce. Makes for a good, quick lunch or dinner!

MIO Products in Meatball Subs with 5-Minute Marinara

Hiland Butter – Hiland butter goes perfectly in any Made in Oklahoma recipe. These delicious meatball subs will be buttery and tasty when topped with Hiland butter.
Scissortail Farms Basil | Parsley – Scissortail Farms, based in Tulsa, is a pioneer in sustainable agriculture. Using innovative aeroponic and hydroponic technology, they grow fresh, flavorful leafy greens, herbs, and more without soil, minimizing water usage and environmental impact. Their commitment to quality and freshness has made them a favorite among local restaurants and grocers. The basil and parsley used in this dish are some of the crispest and freshest greens you’ll find.
Suan’s Scotch Bonnet Sweet Tomato Jam – Suan’s Scotch Bonnet Sweet Tomato Jam is a family recipe originally crafted by Suan’s mother and perfected by Suan to incorporate a bold and spicy twist. This creative jam takes these meatball subs to the next level.
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  1. 1 bag frozen Italian-style meatballs
  2. 2 French bread loaves, cut into thirds
  3. 9 slices mozzarella cheese
  4. 2 tablespoons Hiland butter, melted
  5. 1 cup Sciossortail Farms basil leaves
  6. 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  7. 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  8. 1/4 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
  9. 2 tablespoons chopped Sciossortail Farms parsley
  10. 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  11. 1 ( 28 ) ounce can crushed tomatoes
  12. 1/2 cup Suans Scotch Bonnet Sweet Tomato Jam
  1. In a saute pan, warm garlic in olive oil over medium heat. Add red pepper flakes, parsley, Italian seasoning, crushed tomatoes and tomato jam. Bring to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes..
  2. Add the meatballs to marinara sauce. Bring back to simmer, and let warm through, about 10 minutes.
  3. To assemble sandwiches, slice French rolls. Place 7-8 meatballs and some sauce on each roll bottom. Place 1 1/2 slices of mozzarella cheese over each sandwich.
  4. Place French roll tops on each sandwich. Brush tops with melted butter. Bake in a 350-degree oven for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bread is lightly golden.
  5. Let cool slightly, then and add fresh basil leaves to each sandwich. Serve warm.