🚤🥖 Meatball Boats – A Cheesy, Saucy, Handheld Delight! 🍝🧀


👩‍🍳 How to Make Meatball Boats

Step 1: Make the Meatballs

1️⃣ In a large bowl, mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, milk, and seasonings.
2️⃣ Roll into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter).
3️⃣ Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-18 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
4️⃣ Toss the cooked meatballs in ½ cup marinara sauce and set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Bread Boats

5️⃣ Cut a long oval in the center of each baguette and hollow out some bread (don’t cut all the way through).
6️⃣ Brush the inside with melted butter mixed with garlic powder & Italian seasoning. Toast for 5 minutes at 375°F.

Step 3: Assemble & Bake

7️⃣ Spoon a little marinara sauce into each bread boat.
8️⃣ Add 3-4 meatballs per boat and cover with more sauce.
9️⃣ Sprinkle lots of mozzarella cheese over the top.
🔟 Bake for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted & bubbly.

Step 4: Serve & Enjoy!

🌿 Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, serve warm, and enjoy that gooey, cheesy, saucy perfection! 😍🍕


🍽️ Best Ways to Serve These Boats

✔️ With a fresh green salad 🥗
✔️ Alongside crispy fries or garlic bread 🍟🍞
✔️ As a fun party snack for friends & family 🎉


🤩 Final Thoughts

Meatball Boats are the ultimate mash-up between a meatball sub and a cheesy breadstick—and trust me, you’ll want to make a double batch!

Would you try these? Let me know in the comments! 🚤🍝

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