Smoked Meatball Subs - The True Game Day MVP
Serves 825 mins prep80 mins cook
Juicy, smoky meatballs + melty cheese + saucy bread = guaranteed win before kickoff. Perfect for game day — set it, forget it, and refill the tray as needed.
0 servings
What you need
cup marinara sauce
slice mozzarella
tbsp dried thyme
clove garlic clove
cup parmesan cheese
lb ground beef
cup bread crumbs
tbsp dried onion flakes
tbsp dried basil
tbsp black pepper
lb ground pork
tbsp table salt
Instructions
Form the Meatballs: Mix all meatball ingredients until just combined. Roll into golf-ball-size meatballs. Smoke: Smoke at 275°F for 60 minutes, until meatballs reach 160°F internal and have a light smoky crust with Bear Mountain BBQ Tailgate Blend. Sauce: Transfer smoked meatballs to a pot or foil pan. Cover with marinara and simmer 10–15 minutes to soak up flavor. Build the Subs: Load hoagie rolls with meatballs and sauce. Top with cheese. Melt & Finish: Place subs back on the smoker or in a hot oven until cheese is melted and bread is toasted. Serve: Slice in half for easy grab-and-go, or keep them whole and let the chaos happen. Party-Friendly Tip: After smoking the meatballs, transfer them straight to a slow cooker. Add marinara, cover, and cook on LOW for 2–3 hours (or WARM until game time). They’ll stay juicy, saucy, and ready to build subs whenever people get hungry.View original recipe