Meatball Sub Casserole

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Meatball Sub Casserole, a crowd-pleasing twist on the classic sandwich! Starring crusty French bread as the base, this easy casserole layers creamy, seasoned cheese, gooey melted mozzarella, and hearty marinara-soaked meatballs for the ultimate comfort food experience. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple convenience ingredients like frozen meatballs and marinara sauce, this baked dish delivers bold Italian-inspired flavors with minimal effort. Perfect for feeding the family or wowing guests, it bakes to golden, bubbly perfection in just 35 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, and serve as a hearty main dish for a mouthwatering experience that’s as cozy as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 French bread loaf
• 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 24 Frozen fully-cooked meatballs
• 3 cups Marinara sauce
• 0.5 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the French bread into 1-inch thick pieces and arrange them in a single layer on the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bread slices in the casserole dish.

Step 5

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the cream cheese layer.

Step 6

In a medium saucepan, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat. Add the frozen meatballs to the sauce and stir to coat. Allow them to simmer for 5-7 minutes until heated through.

Step 7

Pour the meatballs and marinara sauce evenly over the bread and cheese layers in the casserole dish.

Step 8

Top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and the shredded Parmesan cheese.

Step 9

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from oven, let it rest for 5 minutes, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3434 grams (3434.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8705

Total Fat 671.60g	861%
Saturated Fat 261.60g	1308%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1769mg	590%
Sodium 20749mg	902%
Total Carbohydrate 218.40g	79%
Dietary Fiber 7.90g	28%
Total Sugars 47.40g
Protein 434.50g	869%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3333mg	256%
Iron 34mg	187%
Potassium 5125mg	109%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.8%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 10.1%