Meatball Sub Casserole
Delicious Meatball Sub Casserole with all the yum of the sub in one easy dish.
Servings 8 people
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1/3 cup green onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 3 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
- 1 lb ground beef
Cheese Spread
- 8 oz package of cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
Sauce
- 28 oz jar spaghetti sauce or marinara
- 1 cup water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Bread
- 1 lb loaf of Italian bread cut into one-inch thick slices
Instructions
- Combine onion, bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese in a large bowl. Mix in ground beef.
- Shape mixture into one-inch meatballs; plan on an ungreased lipped pan and bake at 400 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes
- Arrange french bread slices in a single layer in a greased 13"x9" baking dish; set aside.
- Combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, Italian seasoning, and pepper; spread over bread.
- Sprinkle with 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
- Combine sauce, water, garlic, and meatballs.
- Spread over cheese mixture. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
Notes
Serves 6 to 8.
Add additional cheese for a cheesier casserole.
Serve with a salad.