Print

Creamy Meatball Boats

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Creamy Meatball Boats are a hearty and indulgent twist on the classic meatball sub. Tender meatballs are nestled in hollowed-out baguettes, smothered in a rich, velvety cream sauce, and topped with melted cheese. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a crowd-pleasing party dish. #CreamyMeatballBoats #ComfortFood #CheesyDelight #DinnerIdeas #MeatballRecipe

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken or beef broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 4 small baguettes or dinner rolls (hollowed out to make boats)
  • Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into 12-15 meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through and browned.
  5. While meatballs are baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, chicken or beef broth, and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Add dried basil, salt, and pepper to taste.
  7. Cut the baguettes or dinner rolls in half lengthwise and hollow out the centers to create boats.
  8. Place the hollowed-out rolls on a baking sheet. Arrange the baked meatballs inside each roll and spoon the creamy sauce over the meatballs.
  9. Bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the rolls are toasted and the sauce is bubbly.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the cream sauce.
  • For a smoky flavor, use smoked paprika in the meatball mixture.
  • To make ahead, prepare the meatballs and sauce separately, then assemble and bake when ready to serve.
  • For a lighter version, use lean ground turkey or chicken and reduce the amount of cheese.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://easyfoodflash.com/creamy-meatball-boats/