Description
This Meatball Sub Casserole is everything you love about a hearty meatball sub but baked into one cheesy, comforting dish. With layers of bread, creamy cheese, marinara, and juicy meatballs, it’s the ultimate family dinner or potluck favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf French bread, cut into slices
- 1 package (24 ounces) frozen meatballs (or homemade)
- 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup mayonnaise or sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Bread: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange bread slices in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Make Creamy Layer: Mix softened cream cheese, mayonnaise (or sour cream), and Italian seasoning. Spread over bread slices.
- Add Meatballs & Sauce: Place meatballs evenly, then pour marinara sauce on top.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over the dish.
- Bake: Bake uncovered 30–35 minutes, until cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley, rest 5 minutes, and serve hot.
Notes
- Toast bread lightly before layering for extra crunch.
- Use bite-sized meatballs for easier serving.
- Add more sauce for a saucier casserole.
- Let casserole rest before slicing for cleaner layers.
- Homemade meatballs add even more flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American