Meatball Subs on Garlic Bread

Dive into the warmth of these meatball subs on garlic bread. Juicy meatballs drenched in zesty marinara sauce, cloaked with melted cheese, and cradled by garlic-enriched bread, together craft a fulfilling meal. Suitable for a laid-back gathering or a robust meal need, this dish combines savory meatballs with fragrant garlic, offering a comforting experience.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup parsley
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 loaf French bread
• 1/2 cup butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl until well combined.
3. Shape the mixture into meatballs and arrange them on a baking sheet.
4. Bake the meatballs for 20 minutes.
5. While the meatballs bake, slice the French bread in half lengthwise and remove some bread from the center to create space for the filling.
6. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
7. Brush the inside of the bread halves with the garlic butter and toast in the oven until golden, about 5 minutes.
8. Warm the marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
9. Assemble the subs by placing the baked meatballs on one half of each bread, covering them with warm marinara sauce, and topping with mozzarella cheese.
10. Place the subs back in the oven and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 minutes.
11. Slice the subs into individual servings.

Keywords: Comfort Food, Cheese, Marinara Sauce

Spice Rack: Garlic Powder, Salt, Black Pepper

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