Firehouse Meatball®

Regarding the Meatballs

• 1 pound (450 grams) of ground beef (or a combination of pork and beef)
• 1/4 cup of bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, grated
• One huge egg
• Two minced garlic cloves
• One teaspoon of Italian seasoning
• Half a teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Regarding the Sauce

• One Half a cup of homemade or store-bought marinara sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon of optional red pepper flakes for added spiciness
• Half a cup of small pepperoni slices

Regarding the Subs

• Four sub rolls (any substantial sandwich roll, such as hoagie rolls)
• One cup of mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup of pepperoni slices
• To toast rolls, use one tablespoon of olive oil.
• Fresh basil leaves (for garnish, if desired)