Ingredients
– 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1 large egg
– 1/4 cup finely diced onion
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
– 1 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– 1 cup bourbon BBQ sauce
– 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
– 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
– 4 hoagie or sub rolls
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
– Ground beef
– Shredded sharp cheddar
– Hoagie rolls
Instructions
1-Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2-In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup finely diced onion, 2 cloves garlic minced, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently.
3-Roll into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and bake for 15-18 minutes until cooked through.
4-Warm 1 cup bourbon BBQ sauce in a skillet over low heat.
5-Transfer meatballs to the skillet and coat them in sauce.
6-Place 4-5 meatballs in each of 4 hoagie rolls, top with 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese and chopped bacon from 6 slices.
7-Broil on a baking sheet for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts, then garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Last Step:
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🍖 Use 80/20 ground beef for juicier meatballs.
🥖 Toast sub rolls before assembling for added crunch.
🥓 Cook bacon ahead and pat dry to keep crispy when adding to subs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Broiling time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sub