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Meatball Sub Bites

Meatball Sub Bites

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Indulge in the irresistible delight of Meatball Sub Bites, the ultimate comfort snack that combines juicy meatballs smothered in rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese, all nestled in perfectly toasted garlic bread rolls. These bite-sized treats are ideal for any gathering, be it game day, family dinners, or casual parties. With their fun presentation and bold flavors, these savory snacks are sure to impress your guests. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, you can tailor them to suit any palate. Dive into this delicious recipe and discover a new favorite appetizer!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 12 small garlic bread rolls

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Mix well.
  3. Form small meatballs (about 1 inch) from the mixture.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs for 6-8 minutes.
  5. Add marinara sauce to the skillet with meatballs; simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Slice garlic bread rolls in half horizontally.
  7. In each roll, place mozzarella cheese on the bottom half, followed by a meatball, more marinara sauce, and another slice of mozzarella on top.
  8. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  • Author: Tisha
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Meatball Sub Bite (approx. 45g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg