Meatball Sub Casserole Recipe

Name: Meatball Sub Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup green onions, chopped; 1/3 cup green bell pepper, diced; 1/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs; 3 tbsp grated parmesan cheese; 1 lb ground beef; 1 loaf Italian or French bread, sliced into 1 inch thick slices; 8 oz softened cream cheese; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper; 2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; 28 oz jar spaghetti sauce, or homemade sauce if you prefer; 1 cup water; 2 garlic cloves, minced

Servings: persons

1/3 cup green onions, chopped
1/3 cup green bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
3 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
1 lb ground beef
1 loaf Italian or French bread, sliced into 1 inch thick slices
8 oz softened cream cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
28 oz jar spaghetti sauce, or homemade sauce if you prefer
1 cup water
2 garlic cloves, minced

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Preheat oven to 400F.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine onions, bell peppers, breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
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Add beef and mix well.
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Shape into 1 inch balls.
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Place on a rack on a shallow baking sheet with sides.
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( I use cookie sheet )
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Bake at 400F until no longer pink in the middle.
8
Usually 15 to 20 minutes.
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Reduce oven to 350F.
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In a 9x13 ungreased baking dish, arrange the bread slices in a single layer.
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Combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, Italian seasoning and black pepper.
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Spread evenly over bread slices and top with 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese .
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I like using both mozzarella and parmesan cheese together.
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Combine spaghetti sauce, garlic and water, Add meatballs.
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Stir well to coat meatballs well.
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Pour over bread and cheese mixture evenly.
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Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
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Bake uncovered at 350F for 30 minutes or until heated through.
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If your in a hurry, you can also use the frozen meatballs, thawed to save time.
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I like using marinara sauce also in place of spaghetti sauce.
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Good either way.
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I grill up the leftover bread to use to soak up all the sauce :)

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup green onions, chopped, 1/3 cup green bell pepper, diced, 1/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, 3 tbsp grated parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Meatball Sub Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Meatball Sub Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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