Meatball Sub Sandwich Casserole Recipe

Name: Meatball Sub Sandwich Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup chopped onion; 1/4 cup breadcrumbs or 1/4 cup crushed saltine; 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated; 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground venison; 1 loaf Italian bread, 1-inch cubes (1 lb loaf); 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup mayonnaise (no substitutes); 1 teaspoon mixed Italian herbs (basil, oregano...); salt & pepper; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided); 1 quart spaghetti sauce (or 28 oz can); 1 cup water; 4 garlic cloves, minced (or pressed)

Servings: persons

1/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup breadcrumbs or 1/4 cup crushed saltine
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground venison
1 loaf Italian bread, 1-inch cubes (1 lb loaf)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise (no substitutes)
1 teaspoon mixed Italian herbs (basil, oregano...)
salt & pepper
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
1 quart spaghetti sauce (or 28 oz can)
1 cup water
4 garlic cloves, minced (or pressed)

1
Preheat oven to 400.
2
In a bowl, combine onions, crumbs & cheese; add beef and mix well.
3
Shape beef into 1-inch balls; place on rimmed cookie sheet; bake for 15-20 minutes (no longer pink in center); turn oven down to 350.
4
Meanwhile, arrange bread cubes in an UNgreased 13x9 pan.
5
Combine cream cheese, mayo, seasonings, and S&P; spread over bread.
6
Sprinkle one cup Mozzarella cheese over the cream-cheese mixture layer.
7
Combine sauce, water & garlic; add meatballs and gently mix; pour this over the cheese layer.
8
Sprinkle remaining Mozzarella.
9
Bake (uncovered) at 350 for 30 minutes (top will be bubbly and quite fragrant).
10
OPTIONS: Use half Cheddar and half Mozzarella; try some sliced black olives; sprinkle some grated zucchini in for added nutritional value (and get a few veggies past the kids!--it's the secret ingredient).

963

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup chopped onion, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs or 1/4 cup crushed saltine, 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated, 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground venison, and more.

Yes, Meatball Sub Sandwich 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 Sandwich Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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