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Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball

Irresistible Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatball Delight

Savor the flavors of Bourbon BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs in this delightful twist on a classic comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 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)
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
  • 1 Egg beaten
  • to taste Seasonings salt, pepper, and spices
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Bourbon BBQ Sauce store-bought or homemade
For the Cheeseburger Flavor
  • 4 slices Cheddar Cheese sharp or smoked
  • 6 slices Bacon thick-cut or turkey bacon
For Serving
  • 4 rolls Sub Rolls Italian or French, toasted

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven
  • Spatula
  • tongs

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, and your favorite seasonings. Mix gently until just combined and form into 1.5-inch meatballs.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and brown the meatballs for about 6-8 minutes.
  3. Pour in bourbon BBQ sauce, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer meatballs for 8-10 minutes.
  4. Cook bacon in a separate skillet until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F. Slice sub rolls and toast in the oven for about 5 minutes.
  6. Assemble the subs with meatballs, top with cheddar cheese, broil for 1-2 minutes, and finish with crispy bacon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1subCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Chilling the formed meatballs for 30 minutes helps maintain their shape while cooking.

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