Meatball Submarine Casserole Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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12 ounces frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs
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4 slices sourdough bread
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1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
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1 garlic clove, halved
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1-1/2 cups pasta sauce with mushrooms
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1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
# Instructions:
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Preheat the broiler. Microwave meatballs, covered, on high until heated through, approximately 4-6 minutes.
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Place sourdough bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Brush one side of each slice with olive oil and broil 4-6 inches from the heat for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown. Rub the toasted bread with the cut surface of the garlic clove and discard the garlic.
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Tear the toasted bread into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a greased 11x7-inch baking dish. Lower the oven temperature to 350°F.
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In a bowl, mix pasta sauce, 1/4 cup of the mozzarella cheese, and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese with the meatballs. Toss to combine.
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Pour the meatball mixture over the bread pieces in the baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top. Bake, uncovered, for 15-18 minutes, or until the cheeses are melted.
# Notes:
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This casserole combines the comfort of meatball subs with the convenience of a hearty baked dish.