Costco’s deli is making noise again. This time, it’s not only bringing back its popular chili but also introducing a huge new sandwich that’s getting a lot of attention from customers.
The Beef and Pork Meatball Marinara Sandwich is Costco’s newest pre-made food item. It has mixed reviews from customers. Some love the taste and size of it, while others wonder if it’s worth the price.
What Does the Huge Sandwich Have Inside?
The first thing you should know about this new meal is that it’s huge more than 2 pounds! A Costco insider named @costcohotfinds just shared a video of the sub, which is why it’s getting so much attention.
This huge sandwich contains meatballs made from a mix of beef and pork. It is slathered in tomato sauce and has two rounds of cheese on top. Provolone cheese is also on top and bottom of the sandwich, and Parmesan cheese is sprinkled on top to make it taste even better.
All of this is inside a thick hearth of bread made by hand. For people who like Marinara, the sandwich comes with two small pots of extra sauce that you can dip or drizzle.
How to Enjoy It Best When It’s Hot
Folks who buy the sandwich at Costco are told that to get the full experience, they should heat it at home. This is how @costcohotfinds says you should eat the sandwich: warm it up in the oven so the Provolone melts perfectly and the bread gets toasty. You can enjoy a classic meatball sub without making the whole thing from scratch.
Of course, it’s easy to make, which is why it’s convenient for people who don’t have time or energy to make a meatball sub from scratch. Some people aren’t sure if the price is worth it because of its convenience.
Is It Worth $13 to $15? That’s the Question
You can get the meal for $5.99 a pound, which is more than two pounds for the whole thing. The burger in the video by @costcohotfinds weighed a little more than 2 pounds and cost more than $13. But a Reddit post about the same burger showed that it costs $15, which made people talk about whether that price is fair or too high.
“$15 seems a bit high for something that is mostly bread,” one Reddit user said about the valuation. Other commenters were quick to point out how heavy the sandwich was. One person said, “It weighs two and a half pounds.” It’s not bad to pay $15 for a two-pound lunch.
How Much Does It Cost to Make It at Home?
As the argument went on, some Costco fans started talking about how much it would cost to buy the sandwich versus making it home with materials also bought at Costco. The question then was whether or not you could make this lunch for less money.
Someone on Reddit tried to explain it:
- $5 for a bag of meatballs
- $2 for a jar of sauce
- Cheese costs $2.
- It costs $1.50 for a big French roll.
This number tells us that you could make a few sandwiches at home for about the same cost as getting one at Costco. But not everyone agreed. Someone else broke down how much better items cost:
- $6.79 for 12 oz. of meatballs
- $3.99 for Marinara
- Cheese (8 ounces shred): $4.29
- $2.99 for 20 ounces of fresh garlic bread
The cost of all these things together is $18.06, more than the Costco lunch. Some users said that even though making the sandwich from scratch would cost more, the pre-made version is still a good deal because “you still get a heavy sandwich for a decent price.” Their price is as big as a Jimmy John’s with a little work.
A simple answer came from someone else: “You could buy the ingredients and make 2-3 for the same price.” “Isn’t that the case with all the pre-made items?” someone quickly asked in response, of course. “You’re buying ease of life.”
The Factor of Convenience
One of the best things about the new Meatball Marinara Sandwich is how easy it is to make. Even though it needs to be warmed up, this is still much easier than making the sandwich from scratch. The price might seem more fair to shoppers in a hurry and wanting a quick and easy meal without cooking.
A few customers said that sandwiches are an easy way to get a big, tasty meal without having to spend a lot of time cooking. In the long run, making it from scratch might be cheaper, but you must buy the ingredients, prepare them, and assemble the sandwich.
Some Costco customers think having a sub that’s already made is worth the price and only needs to be put in the oven.
What People Who Shop Say
As with any new item, people have different opinions about the sandwich. On the one hand, some customers are thrilled with the size and taste of their portions. “I’ll have a chunk of that sandwich, please!” said a fan on @costcohotfinds’ post. Some liked how easy it was and said they’d pay for the comfort of a ready-made sub.
Some customers think the meal is expensive, especially since it’s mostly bread. Others aren’t sure if the $13 to $15 price tag on the sandwich is worth it because they think it’s too big for what it costs.
Conclusion
People are really excited about Costco’s new Beef and Pork Meatball Marinara Sandwich. Whether or not it stays a favorite rests on how customers feel about the price and size of the servings, at this point, it’s clear that the sandwich has caused a lot of talk about value, ease of use, and whether it’s better to buy something or make it yourself.
If you like meatball subs and don’t mind spending more on a ready-made meal, you might want to pick this up the next time you go to Costco. If, on the other hand, you like to cook from scratch and save money, you might want to think about making your own at home.
Time will tell if this huge sandwich becomes a Costco staple or disappears because of the current price argument.
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