Description
Garlic Bread Meatball Subs are a deliciously comforting dish that combines savory meatballs, gooey cheese, and aromatic garlic butter all nestled in warm, crusty bread. Perfect for game nights or family gatherings, these subs deliver an explosion of flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare and customizable, they promise to be the star of your next meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound meatballs (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 4 sub rolls
- 4 tablespoons garlic butter (made from 2 tablespoons melted butter mixed with 2 cloves minced garlic)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare garlic butter by mixing melted butter with minced garlic.
- Slice sub rolls open and place on a baking sheet. Spread garlic butter inside each roll.
- Layer meatballs and marinara sauce in each roll.
- Generously top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub (210g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, incorporate sautéed onions or peppers into the meatballs. - Substitute marinara with pesto for a unique twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat at 350°F until warmed through.