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Bourbon BBQ Beef Cheeseburger Meatball Subs Recipe

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  • Author: Alice
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 subs

Description

These Bourbon BBQ Beef Cheeseburger Meatball Subs feature juicy ground beef meatballs seasoned with garlic and onion powder, baked to perfection, then simmered in a smoky bourbon barbecue sauce. Served in toasted sub rolls with melted cheddar cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, these subs deliver a hearty, comforting meal that’s packed with rich flavors and satisfying textures.

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 1½ lbs ground beef
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Sauce

  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tbsp bourbon
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

For Serving

  • 4 sub rolls
  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the meatballs.
  2. Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined to keep the meatballs tender.
  3. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into 16–20 evenly sized meatballs for uniform cooking.
  4. Bake Meatballs: Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
  5. Prepare Sauce: While the meatballs bake, combine the barbecue sauce, bourbon, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to meld the flavors.
  6. Toss Meatballs in Sauce: Once the meatballs are cooked, add them to the saucepan with the bourbon BBQ sauce and toss gently to coat each meatball thoroughly.
  7. Assemble Subs: Place the sauced meatballs evenly into the sub rolls. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the meatballs in each roll.
  8. Melt Cheese: Return the assembled subs to the oven and bake for 3–5 minutes, just until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Remove the subs from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • Provolone or mozzarella cheese can be used as a substitute for cheddar cheese for a different flavor profile.
  • For extra texture, toast the sub rolls before filling them with meatballs and cheese.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://myhomemadecooking.com/bourbon-bbq-beef-cheeseburger-meatball-subs-recipe/