# Meatball sub (from Joshua Weissman)

Video: [Making The Subway Meatball Sub At Home | But Better](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao) by [Joshua Weissman](https://www.youtube.com/@JoshuaWeissman).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$7.20 per serving, ~$14.40 for ~2 portions (assumed); saves ~$8.80* per serving (55%) vs ordering out (~$16.00*). * Estimate: predicted from the ingredient list: 9 line(s) priced from Ontario averages, the rest filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 2 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario sandwich or burger at ~$16, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- 3 1/2 cups or 500 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp or 13 g granulated sugar
- 2 tsp or 5 g fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp or 30 g lard
- 1 1/4 cup or 295 ml warm water
- 1 tbsp or 10 g instant yeast
- a little grating parmesan reggiano _(amount estimated)_
- 1 lb chuck roast
- half a pound pork boston butt
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup or 12 g graded parmigiano reggiano
- 1 tsp or 2 g fennel seeds
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano leaves
- 3 slices prosciutto
- a little bit fresh grated nutmeg _(amount estimated)_
- fresh ground fresh ground black pepper
- generous pinch kosher salt
- 3/4 cup or 42 g panko breadcrumbs
- tiny little splash milk _(amount estimated)_
- 3 and a half tablespoons high heat oil
- 4 oz or 120 g panchetta
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic
- 28 ounce can crushed san marzano tomatoes
- sliced provolone _(amount estimated)_
- finely chiffonaded fresh basil _(amount estimated)_

## Steps

1. [1:38](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=98s) Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl and whisk
2. [2:17](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=137s) Add lard to the dry mixture and blend with forks until crumbly
3. [2:25](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=145s) Mix warm water and yeast together in a separate container
4. [2:32](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=152s) Mix the dough ingredients in a stand mixer until smooth
5. [2:43](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=163s) Form the dough into a ball and let it rise in a greased bowl covered with plastic wrap
6. [3:18](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=198s) Punch down the risen dough, turn out, and divide into two pieces
7. [3:23](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=203s) Roll each dough piece into a tapered log and place on parchment lined baking sheet
8. [3:32](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=212s) Cover the dough logs with a damp towel to proof
9. [3:35](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=215s) Score the proofed dough and top with grated cheese
10. [3:47](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=227s) Bake the bread in the oven with a steaming pan of water underneath
11. [4:33](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=273s) Grind chuck roast and pork butt to make fresh minced meat
12. [4:44](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=284s) Whisk eggs in a separate bowl and mix in parmesan, fennel seeds, oregano, and minced meat
13. [4:57](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=297s) Add black pepper, salt, breadcrumbs, and a splash of milk, then combine with ground meat
14. [5:38](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=338s) Shape the meat mixture into evenly sized meatballs
15. [5:49](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=349s) Sauté the meatballs in a skillet with oil until browned
16. [6:09](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=369s) Dice pancetta and cook in a skillet with olive oil until crispy
17. [6:44](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=404s) Add sliced garlic and crushed tomatoes to the pan
18. [6:49](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=409s) Season with salt and pepper, then add the meatballs back to simmer
19. [6:57](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=417s) Slice the baked bread loaf open and toast under the broiler
20. [7:10](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=430s) Brush the toasted bread with garlic-infused olive oil
21. [7:16](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=436s) Assemble the sub with meatballs, sauce, provolone, and broil until melted
22. [7:53](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Abk2WWuoao&t=473s) Top with grated parmesan and fresh basil

## Equipment

- stand mixer
- baking sheet
- skillet
- meat grinder
- oven

## What the video didn't say

- exact baking time for bread
- exact simmering time for meatballs
- baking temperature
- specific quantities for some seasonings

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