Texas Toast Meatball Subs whip up fast with store-bought meatballs, marinara sauce, melted mozzarella cheese all on garlic Texas toast!5-INGREDIENT DINNER RECIPELove a traditional Meatball Sub but dont necessarily want it? Youll love these easier to make Texas Toast Meatball Subs. They are simple, hearty, and just as, if not more, delicious. They start with a base of thick garlic Texas toast. These open-faced sandwiches make for an easy weeknight meal that the whole family can get behind. I have really enjoyed playing around with these garlic Texas toast recipes. The possibilities are endless! I think this is one of those meals that kids can help with too!FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:What sides should I serve with these Texas Toast Meatball Subs? In my pictures, youll see I enjoyed it with a salad topped with Homemade Ranch Dressing, but any salad will work. Pick up a bag of salad with dressing for an easy options! Any side of your favorite vegetables would go great. Try some Sheet Pan Vegetables, or grab a bag of your favorite steamed veggies and keep it simple! What other cheese could I use? If you dont want to use the mozzarella, I think provolone cheese would be a yummy substitute. Can I use homemade meatballs instead? Of course! This is your kitchen, I aint telling you what to do. This recipe was made with convenience in mind, so I used all premade things, but by all means, if you have the time and resources, feel free to make the homemade versions. You can use this Homemade Meatball recipe if you like or try these Homemade Chicken Meatballs. Can I use homemade garlic bread instead? Yup. This recipe can be as easy or as difficult as you wish! Homemade Garlic Bread can be used instead. Can I use homemade marinara sauce instead? Just with the other homemade swaps, you can certainly make some sauce or use Homemade Marinara Sauce if desired. How to store leftover Texas Toast Meatball Subs? You can place them in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can place them in the oven to reheat.I havent tried to freeze them but I think you could. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)frozen Italian meatballs use your favorite brand here or even use your favorite homemade meatball recipe. Just make sure they are small enough to fit onto the garlic bread.roasted garlic pasta sauce I really like Raos roasted garlic pasta sauce or Aldis Specially Selected Premium Marinara Sauce. Use your favorite sauce here.frozen garlic Texas toastmozzarella cheese slices if you dont have slices of the mozzarella cheese, you could use shredded mozzarella. I just find that the slices are just a bit easier to use.dried parsley if you want an extra pop of flavor, try using Italian seasoning instead of parsley on top of the subs. HOW TO MAKE TEXAS TOAST MEATBALL SUBSPreheat the oven to 425 F. In a large skillet, add the meatballs and sauce over medium heat. Simmer until the meatballs are tender and heated through. This will take approximately 10 minutes.While the meatballs are cooking, bake the garlic Texas toast according to the package on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. This will take approximately 5-7 minutes.Once cooked, remove from the oven. Press the center of the toast with the back of a spoon. Scoop 4 meatballs and sauce onto each piece of toast (note: with the meatballs I used, I could fit 4 on each slice of toast)Top with a 1/2 slice to 1 slice of cheese (depending on how cheesy you like it.) Place back into the oven for 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted.If you have any leftover sauce, you can use it for dipping.Top with dried parsley.CRAVING MORE RECIPES?Texas Toast French DipsTexas Toast PizzasTexas Toast Sloppy JoesBuffalo Chicken Texas ToastChicken Parmesan Texas Toast PrintTexas Toast Meatball SubsEverything you know and love about a classic Meatball Sub but on Texas Toast.Course Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, SnackCuisine AmericanPrep Time 5 minutes minutesCook Time 15 minutes minutesTotal Time 20 minutes minutesServings 8Calories 310kcalAuthor Brandie SkibinskiIngredients32 frozen Italian meatballs24 ounce jar pasta sauce (see notes below)8 slices frozen garlic Texas toast4-8 mozzarella cheese slices2 teaspoons dried parsley (optional, for garnish)InstructionsPreheat the oven to 425 F. In a large skillet, add 32 frozen Italian meatballs and 24 ounce jar pasta sauce over medium heat. Simmer until the meatballs are tender and heated through. This will take approximately 10 minutes.While the meatballs are cooking, bake 8 slices frozen garlic Texas toast according to the package on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. This will take approximately 5-7 minutes depending on the brand you buy. Once toast is cooked, remove from the oven. Press the center of the toast with the back of a spoon to make an indentation. Scoop 4 meatballs and sauce onto each piece of toast (note: with the meatballs I used, I could fit 4 on each slice of toast.) Top each with a 1/2 slice to 1 slice of mozzarella cheese (depending on how cheesy you like it.) Place back into the oven for 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted. Top each with a little sprinkle of dried parsley (optional.) If you have any leftover sauce, you can use it for dipping. NotesPlease refer to my FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.I love RAOS Roasted Garlic Pasta Sauce or the Aldis Specially Selected Premium Marinara Sauce.NutritionCalories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 19g | Sodium: 647mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g