Creamy Meatball Sub Cassrole - A Delicious Twist on a Classic Sandwich

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Meatball Sub Casserole. Layers of meatballs, marinara sauce, creamy cheese sauce, and crusty bread come together to create a hearty and delicious dish that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 loaf Italian bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Shape into meatballs.
3. In a skillet, cook the meatballs over medium heat until browned on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. In a separate bowl, toss the bread cubes with marinara sauce to coat.
5. In a greased baking dish, layer half of the bread cubes, followed by half of the meatballs. Repeat the layers.
6. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Pour over the casserole.
7. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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