Meatball Sub on Garlic Butter Baguettes

 Meatball Sub on Garlic Butter Baguettes

Oh my.  Ooey, gooey melted cheese-smothered meatballs on a crisp buttery baguette. Love at first bite!  What could be better than that? This is comfort food at it's best!  

Meatball Sub on Garlic Butter Baguettes

Meatballs

1 pound ground chuck

1 egg, beaten

1 cup Italian bread crumbs

¼ cup parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon Worcester sauce

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

3 cloves garlic, finely minced

¼ cup finely chopped onion

Sauce

1 cup marinara sauce

1 can crushed tomatoes

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

pinch of red pepper flakes

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Combine the marinara sauce, the crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, and garlic powder. Cook on medium to low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

In a large bowl, mix together ground chuck, egg, bread crumbs, fresh parsley, garlic, and chopped onion.  Use your hands to combine the ingredients and then form into tablespoon sized meatballs. 

Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until done. Remove from oven and place meatballs in the sauce and cook for about 15 more minutes.

Garlic Butter Baguettes

4 French bread baguettes, sliced open

2 sticks butter

2 teaspoons garlic powder

1 teaspoon dried parsley

6 slices of mozzarella or provolone cheese

In the microwave, melt two sticks of butter (about 1 minute will do) in a bowl. To the melted butter, add 2 teaspoons garlic powder and dried parsley. 

Brush melted butter liberally over all 10-12 rolls. Bake the rolls in the oven for about 6-7 minutes, then remove from the oven and turn the broiler on.

Assemble the Subs

Place about three meatballs on each sub, and spoon some of the sauce over the meatballs. Top with slices of mozzarella or provolone cheese.  

Broil for 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is completely melted. Cool for a minute or two and serve immediately. Keep an eye on the subs so that the bread doesn't burn!

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