Meatball Sandwich Casserole
Transform your favorite sandwich into an irresistible dinner with this comforting Meatball Sandwich Casserole! Layers of crusty French bread, creamy ricotta cheese, zesty marinara sauce, and tender meatballs are baked to perfection under a blanket of gooey mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Seasoned with Italian herbs and a hint of garlic, this baked casserole captures all the flavors of a classic meatball sub—but in an easy, shareable format. Ready in just an hour, this family-friendly recipe is perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it with a fresh green salad or warm garlic bread for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread
- 24 pieces Cooked meatballs
- 3 cups Marinara sauce
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups Grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the French bread into 1-inch thick pieces. Arrange the slices in a single layer at the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a medium-sized bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and 1 tablespoon of parsley until well combined.
Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the bread slices in the baking dish.
Pour 1 cup of marinara sauce over the ricotta layer, spreading it evenly.
Arrange the cooked meatballs on top of the marinara sauce. Make sure they are evenly spaced.
Pour the remaining 2 cups of marinara sauce over the meatballs, covering them completely.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the casserole.
Top with grated parmesan cheese and the remaining 1 tablespoon of parsley.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Meatball Sandwich Casserole with a green salad or garlic bread on the side!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
688 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.2 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1330 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 371 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
