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Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Subs

Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Subs: Your New Dinner Obsession

Enjoy Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Subs, a satisfying meal with juicy meatballs, crunchy bacon, and gooey cheese perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 subs
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef 80/20 blend for best flavor
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Can use crushed crackers as a twist
  • 1 large Egg Beaten
  • 1 cup Bourbon BBQ Sauce Store-bought or homemade
For Assembly
  • 4 slices Sharp Cheddar Cheese Consider smoked cheddar
  • 8 slices Thick-Cut Bacon Cook until crispy
  • 4 rolls Sub Rolls Italian or French rolls
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Pickles For tangy crunch
  • 1 cup Onions Fresh or caramelized
  • to taste Hot Sauce For an extra kick

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a beaten egg. Add seasonings like salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently and form into 1.5-inch meatballs.
  2. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high and add oil. Add meatballs and brown for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden crust forms.
  4. Pour in bourbon BBQ sauce and deglaze the skillet. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut sub rolls in half and toast on a baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
  6. Assemble subs with meatballs, extra bourbon BBQ sauce, and crispy bacon on top. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1subCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Subs are customizable and perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.

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