Meatball Sub Bubble Up Bake is my best friend. I seriously do not know how I would make it through some weeks without it.
It is my favorite go to meal. This best friend isn’t fancy, isn’t hard and is always there when I need it.
I find this dinner is one my kids love because there is nothing else but simple ingredients in there, no kale hiding in the sauce, no quinoa in the meatballs.
Meatball Sub Bubble Up Bake is that one dinner everyone needs in their arsenal, the no fuss, no frills dinner that requires no thinking ahead and thawing meat for dinner, the dinner that requires no quick stop in to the store to grab ingredients (you can keep these all on hand).
Again this recipe isn’t trying to impress anyone, this dish is perfectly okay with what it is, a simple, easy, delicious recipe that is basic enough anyone can make it and everyone will love it.
It is so easy you can even get your teenager to make it while you are on your way home. It is so easy my 8 year old could make it blindfolded.
Nothing gets more comforting and more easy than this Meatball Sub Bubble Up Bake. Just four ingredients and few minutes and you are ready to pop this dish of comfort in the oven.
This dinner is satisfying, warm, comforting and most importantly quick, easy and a crowd pleaser. Plus it requires no planning ahead, you just pull some meatballs out of the freezer and crack open a can of biscuits.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 pound (450g) frozen meatballs (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 can (16.3 oz / 462g) refrigerated biscuit dough (homestyle or buttermilk)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Arrange the frozen meatballs evenly in the greased baking dish.
- Cut the refrigerated biscuit dough into small pieces, about 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 3.8 cm) in diameter.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Toss the cut biscuit dough in the butter and herb mixture until well coated.
- Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs, spreading it evenly.
- Scatter the coated biscuit dough pieces over the marinara sauce layer.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese on top of the casserole.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes or until the biscuit dough is golden brown and cooked through, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh basil leaves for added flavor and presentation.
Serve the Bubble Up Meatball Sub Casserole while it’s still warm and enjoy the cheesy, meaty, and flavorful goodness!
Note: You can customize this casserole by adding your favorite toppings, such as sliced bell peppers, onions, or olives, before baking. Additionally, feel free to use your preferred type of marinara sauce and adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.