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Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs

Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs to Savor!

Indulge in Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs that blend juicy meatballs, crispy bacon, and smoky sauce for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 subs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef 80/20 blend for tenderness
  • ½ cup Breadcrumbs Gentle binder
  • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Subtle umami boost
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients
  • ½ cup Chopped Onion For sweetness and crunch
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Balances BBQ sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Basic seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper Basic seasoning
For the Bourbon BBQ Sauce
  • ½ cup Bourbon Rich, smoky notes
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Sweet-and-tangy
For Assembly
  • 6 slices Crispy Bacon Savory crunch
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Melts into gooey bliss
  • 4 units Sub Rolls Soft yet sturdy, toasted
Optional Toppings
  • ½ cup Sliced Pickles Bright and crunchy
  • 1 cup Crisp Lettuce Cool contrast
  • 1 cup Fresh Tomatoes Juicy burst of freshness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
  3. Shape into 1-inch meatballs, about 18–20 pieces, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, brown meatballs for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Remove meatballs and deglaze the skillet with bourbon for 1 minute.
  6. Stir in BBQ sauce, simmer until thickened.
  7. Return meatballs to skillet, coat with sauce, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Transfer skillet to oven, bake for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
  9. Slice sub rolls open and toast in the oven for 5 minutes.
  10. Fill toasted sub rolls with meatballs, top with bacon and cheddar.
  11. Return to oven to melt cheese for 2-3 minutes.
  12. Add optional toppings if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1subCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

These subs are best eaten fresh, but leftovers can be stored wrapped for up to 2 days or frozen for 2-3 months.

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