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Ultimate Cheese-Stuffed Meatball Subs with Bacon Jam
Indulge in these cheese-stuffed meatball subs topped with decadent bacon jam. Perfect for quick & easy dinners, they're a comfort food dream come true!
Get ready to sink your teeth into a sandwich that redefines indulgence! These Ultimate Cheese-Stuffed Meatball Subs are not your average meatball heroes. Each meatball is a pocket of savory delight, stuffed with gooey mozzarella and topped with a sweet and smoky bacon jam. It's a bold flavor explosion that combines juicy beef, creamy cheese, and crispy bacon in one irresistible bite. If you're looking for a quick and easy dinner that feels like a gourmet treat, this recipe is your ticket to comfort food heaven.
Recipe Overview
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
4
Calories
800 kcal
per serving
Cuisine
Italian
Indulge in these cheese-stuffed meatball subs topped with decadent bacon jam. Perfect for quick & easy dinners, they're a comfort food dream come true!
Ingredients
- • Ground beef: 1 pound
- • Italian sausage (casings removed): 1/2 pound
- • Mozzarella cheese, cubed: 1 cup
- • Panko breadcrumbs: 1/2 cup
- • Egg: 1
- • Garlic powder: 1 teaspoon
- • Onion powder: 1 teaspoon
- • Salt: 1 teaspoon
- • Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- • Bacon, chopped: 6 slices
- • Brown sugar: 1/4 cup
- • Balsamic vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- • Hoagie rolls: 4
- • Butter: 2 tablespoons, melted
- • Fresh basil leaves: for garnish
Instructions
- 1 Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2 In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, Italian sausage, panko breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- 3 Divide the meat mixture into 12 equal portions. Flatten each portion and place a cube of mozzarella in the center. Roll the meat around the cheese to form a ball, ensuring it's sealed well.
- 4 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer them to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, until cooked through.
- 5 Meanwhile, in the same skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside. In the bacon drippings, add the brown sugar and balsamic vinegar, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency. Stir the bacon back into the mixture.
- 6 Split the hoagie rolls and brush the insides with melted butter. Toast them in the oven for 5 minutes until golden.
- 7 To assemble, place three meatballs in each roll, spoon the bacon jam over the top, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Serving Suggestions
- • Pair these indulgent subs with a crisp Caesar salad or a side of crunchy coleslaw to balance the richness of the meatballs and bacon jam. A cold, fizzy soda or a light beer complements the savory and sweet notes beautifully, while a glass of iced tea adds a refreshing contrast.
Storage Tips
Store any leftover meatballs and bacon jam separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the meatballs in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through, and gently warm the bacon jam in a skillet over low heat. Assemble the subs fresh for the best texture and flavor.
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