Savory Bourbon-BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs are a delicious and flavorful sandwich that combines the rich taste of bourbon-infused BBQ sauce with juicy meatballs and crispy bacon, all nestled in a soft sub roll.
Author:Olivia Clara
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Sandwich
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 large egg
1/2 cup bourbon BBQ sauce
8 slices of cooked bacon, chopped
4 sub rolls
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
In a separate bowl, mix the cooked meatballs with bourbon BBQ sauce and chopped bacon.
Slice the sub rolls and place them on a serving platter.
Fill each sub roll with the meatball mixture and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Return the subs to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to adjust the amount of BBQ sauce to your taste.
These subs can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
For a spicier kick, add some hot sauce to the meatball mixture.