Are you ready for an easy game day food? These BBQ Bacon Meatball Subs come together in a snap. It'll make you want snacks all day long and that just makes the game days that much better.
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What makes these BBQ Bacon Meatball Subs a great Game Day recipe?
If you stick around here long enough, you'll find that football season is all about the easy recipes. From our Mini Meatball Spaghetti Pies to our Macaroni & Cheese Hot Dog Cups we have you covered. We love things easy, quick and kid friendly. These BBQ Bacon Meatball Subs are all that and you don't need a bag of chips to go with it.
Be prepared with your napkins because you will need it for these BBQ Bacon Meatball Subs. Each bite is worth it. If you're kids like messy then these are a definite win. I have one picky little eater that isn't a fan of onions so these are easy to adapt for her. Just leave off the onions and you can add tomato sauce or barbecue sauce depending upon their tastebuds. The bacon meatballs are just so good. They'd be perfect for our Mini Meatball Spaghetti Pies as well.
Ingredients:
- Ground beef
- Bread crumbs
- Milk
- Egg
- BBQ sauce
- Cheddar cheese
- Bacon
- Sub rolls
Tips for making the best Meatball subs:
- Use the right ground beef: When making meatballs, it's best to use ground beef that is around 85% lean and 15% fat. This will help keep the meatballs moist and tender.
- Don't overmix the meat: When you're mixing the meatball ingredients together, be careful not to overmix the meat. Overmixing can result in tough meatballs.
- Use a cookie scoop: To make sure your meatballs are all the same size, use a cookie scoop to portion out the meat mixture.
- Use plenty of sauce: Be generous with the barbecue sauce! It's what gives these subs their delicious flavor.
- Add the bacon and cheese at the end: To prevent the bacon from burning and the cheese from melting too much, wait until the last few minutes of baking to add them to the meatballs.
- Serve hot: These subs are best served hot, so make sure to assemble them right before you're ready to eat. Enjoy!
If you are looking for more easy appetizer recipes do check out these Pulled Pork Sliders and these yummy Parmesan Truffle Fries!
FAQs:
What is a meatball sub made of?
A meatball sub is typically made of a long roll or baguette that is filled with cooked meatballs, sauce, and cheese.
The meatballs are usually made with a mixture of ground beef or pork, breadcrumbs, and various seasonings, and are formed into balls and cooked either by frying or baking.
The sauce used for the sub is usually a tomato-based sauce, like marinara or spaghetti sauce, that is seasoned with herbs and spices.
What goes good with meatball sandwiches?
Meatball sandwiches can be quite filling, so it's a good idea to pair them with some lighter sides or salads. A simple green salad with vinaigrette or this Spinach Arugula salad would be great options.
How to keep the meatballs moist while making Meatball subs?
Bake the meatballs! Rather than frying the meatballs on the stovetop, it's best to bake them in the oven. This will help ensure that they cook evenly and stay moist.
How to prevent the subs from getting soggy while making meatball subs?
Toast the sub rolls! Toasting the sub rolls before assembling the sandwiches will help keep them from getting soggy.
BBQ Bacon Meatball Subs Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 egg
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup chopped cooked bacon
- 4 sub rolls
- Additional barbecue sauce and cheddar cheese for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, milk, egg, and ½ cup barbecue sauce.
- Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked.
- While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the sub rolls by slicing them open and toasting them lightly in the oven.
- Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and sprinkle them with the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped bacon.
- Place the meatballs back in the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Remove the meatballs from the oven and assemble the subs by placing 3-4 meatballs on each roll.
- Top each sub with additional barbecue sauce and cheddar cheese, if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious BBQ Bacon Meatball Subs!
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