Homemade Saucy & Cheesy Meatball Subs | Classic Italian-American Comfort Food

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 lb ground pork
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• Salt
• pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 submarine rolls
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish