MEATBALL SUBMARINE CASSEROLE

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We were hosting a bunch of friends, and after a comedy of errors, I had to come up with a new plan for dinner. Turns out that much-loved meatball subs are even better as a hearty casserole-so delicious! -Rick Friedman, Palm Springs, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 package (12 ounces) frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs
4 slices sourdough bread
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, halved
1-1/2 cups pasta sauce with mushrooms
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

Preheat broiler. Microwave meatballs, covered, on high until heated through, 4-6 minutes. Meanwhile, place bread on an ungreased baking sheet; brush one side of bread with oil. Broil 4-6 in. from heat until golden brown, 1-2 minutes. Rub bread with cut surface of garlic; discard garlic. Tear bread into bite-sized pieces; transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Reduce oven setting to 350°., Add pasta sauce, 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese to meatballs; toss to combine. Pour mixture over bread pieces; sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake, uncovered, until cheeses are melted, 15-18 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 28g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 1243mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.