Mississippi Meatball Subs
Hi, I’m Brooke! You have probably seen me on Social Media as Meals and Munchies. I’m a busy stay at home mom who loves sharing easy, family-friendly meals that come together fast—because let’s be honest, we don’t always have time for complicated. Whether you’re chasing toddlers, working from home, or just trying to get dinner on the table after work without a fuss, you’re in the right place. Meals and Munchies is where I share real-life recipes that are quick, comforting, and made with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Easy recipes for every day life- let’s get cooking!Slow cooker meals are my secret weapon for stress-free days. These set-it-and-forget-it recipes are perfect for busy every day life. Simply toss in the ingredients into your slow cooker, and dinner’s done by the time the day winds down. They’re comforting, flavorful, and made to fit real-life schedules.These Crockpot Mississippi Meatball Subs are an easy, budget-friendly dinner that's packed with bold, savory flavor. Frozen meatballs are slow cooked in a rich au jus sauce with butter and tangy pepperoncini peppers before being piled onto toasted hoagie rolls and topped with melted provolone cheese. With just a few minutes of prep and only seven simple ingredients, this slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, game day, or feeding a hungry family.
Equipment
- 1 Crockpot
Ingredients
- 20 oz bag Frozen Fully Cooked Meatballs
- 1 oz packet Au Jus Gravy Mix
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup Sliced Pepperoncini Peppers
- ¼ cup Pepperoncini Juice
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, sliced
- 4-6 Hoagie Rolls
- 6 slices provolone cheese
Instructions
- Add the frozen meatballs to the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the au jus gravy mix evenly over the meatballs.
- Pour in the water and pepperoncini juice.
- Add the sliced pepperoncini peppers and place the butter slices on top.
- Cover and cook on Low for 3-4 hours OR High for 2 hours.
- Gently stir once or twice during cooking, if desired, to coat the meatballs evenly in the flavorful sauce.
- Shortly before serving, lightly toast the hoagie rolls until golden.
- Fill each roll with 4-6 meatballs and spoon plenty of the buttery au jus over the top.
- Add a slice of provolone cheese to each sandwich. If desired, place the sandwiches under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately with extra pepperoncini's and a little additional sauce for dipping, if desired.