Best 7 Meatball Bread Pudding Recipes

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**Meatball Bread Pudding: A Hearty and Savory Dish**

Meatball bread pudding is a unique and flavorful dish that combines the classic comfort food of meatballs with the rich, savory flavors of bread pudding. This hearty and satisfying dish features tender and juicy meatballs nestled in a creamy bread custard, all baked to perfection. The meatballs are made from a mixture of ground beef, pork, and veal, seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices. The bread pudding is made from a combination of bread cubes, milk, eggs, and seasonings. The two components are combined and baked until the meatballs are cooked through and the bread pudding is set. The result is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. This article provides three variations of meatball bread pudding: a classic version, a Mexican-inspired version, and a vegetarian version. Each recipe offers a unique take on this classic dish, ensuring that there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEATBALL-STUFFED FOOTBALL BREAD



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Calzones will never be the same: This giant, doughy football has a meatball surprise inside.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h55m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 large eggs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 pounds ground beef
6 cups marinara sauce
Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing the pan
Two 22-ounce packages prepared pizza dough, at room temperature
2 cups shredded mozzarella
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Position the oven racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment.
  • Whisk together the garlic, milk, parsley, Parmesan, crushed red pepper, 2 eggs, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of black pepper in a large bowl. Add the beef and use your hands to mix everything together until well combined.
  • Drop heaping tablespoons of the meat mixture onto the prepared baking sheets (you should have about 40 mounds). Use slightly damp hands to roll the mounds into balls. Bake until just browned and almost cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • Bring the marinara to a simmer in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs, bring back to a simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are just cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Discard the parchment from the baking sheets and wipe one baking sheet clean. Coat the back of the baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Using your hands, spread one package of dough into a 15-by-12-inch rectangle on the baking sheet (it should be about the size of the baking sheet). Draw the outline of a football shape in the dough, about 1- inches-wide and 15-inches-long. Spoon half of the meatballs, tapping off any excess sauce, inside of the football outline on top of the dough. Sprinkle with 1 cup of mozzarella. Repeat with the remaining meatballs and remaining 1 cup mozzarella.
  • On a lightly greased surface, spread the remaining package of dough into a rectangle big enough to cover the meatballs. Place the dough on top of the meatballs and press the dough together around the meatballs. Cut out the football shape leaving a 1-inch border around the edges, reserve the scraps. Tuck and tightly secure the edges underneath the dough to prevent any cheese from leaking out.
  • Beat the remaining egg with 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl. Brush the top of the football with the egg wash. Pour the sesame seeds onto a plate.
  • Using the scraps, roll out two 12-inch-long ropes to make the lines for the football. Gently roll the strips in the sesame seeds to coat. Press the ropes on the sides of the football, widthwise, so they are about 9-inches apart. Roll out one 9-inch-long rope and then roll in the sesame seeds. Place the rope lengthwise in between the two widthwise ropes. Roll out three 3-inch-long ropes then roll them in the sesame seeds. Place the ropes equidistance apart on top of the 9-inch rope.
  • Mix the butter with the garlic salt and brush the entire football. Bake until the dough is a deep golden brown and completely cooked through, 55 to 60 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes and serve with the remaining marinara sauce.

CLASSIC MEATBALLS



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This homemade meatball recipe is a Betty classic, and for great reason! For generations, home cooks have relied on this hearty meatball recipe to show some skills the kitchen. All it takes to achieve this meaty main dish is eight basic ingredients. Got them? Great! Now, if you have 15 minutes to spare and a foil-lined 13x9 pan, perfectly browned and tender meatballs could be the answer to tonight's dinner jam. Yes, delicious doesn't take long! In the meantime, prepare spaghetti or rice, veggies or salad, because this recipe goes with anything!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/2 cup Progresso™ Italian-style bread crumbs
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
1 egg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line 13x9-inch pan with foil; spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix all ingredients. Shape mixture into 24 (1 1/2-inch) meatballs. Place 1 inch apart in pan.
  • Bake uncovered 18 to 22 minutes or until temperature reaches 160°F and no longer pink in center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

MEATBALL-STUFFED GARLIC BREAD RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: baguette, ground beef, bread crumbs, fresh parsley, salt, pepper, egg, mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, butter, garlic, fresh parsley, grated parmesan cheese

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 baguette
1 lb ground beef
¼ cup bread crumbs
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
½ tablespoon salt
½ tablespoon pepper
1 egg
10 slices mozzarella cheese
marinara sauce
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180˚C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix the ground beef, bread crumbs, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper.
  • Pinch off a ball of the mixture, roll between your hands to make ping-pong ball-sized meatballs.
  • Cook the meatballs over medium heat, turning to brown each side. Remove from heat and drain on a paper towel.
  • Slice the baguette into thirds or fourths (each baguette piece should be roughly the same length of two meatballs).
  • Hollow out the insides of the baguette pieces with a knife.
  • Lay two slices of mozzarella on top of each other with a 1-inch (2 cm) overlap. Place two meatballs on the overlapping region, then fold the mozzarella tightly around the meatballs.
  • Push the rolled meatballs and cheese into a baguette piece.
  • Slice the stuffed baguette pieces into 1-inch (2 cm) slices, then place them tightly side-by-side on a baking sheet lined with foil.
  • In a small bowl, mix together ingredients for garlic butter.
  • Brush the garlic butter evenly over the baguette slices, making sure some drips in between the slices.
  • Wrap the foil over the re-assembled baguette and bake for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and the top is starting to brown.
  • Remove the foil and serve with marinara.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1015 calories, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 70 grams, Sugar 6 grams

OLD-FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING



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Bread pudding is a delicious treat and an even better way to reduce food waste! For this bread pudding recipe, collect the heels and any extra slices of bread you have and freeze them. When you have enough to measure six cups (this is about six slices of bread), thaw the slices and start baking this warm and comforting bread pudding.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups soft bread cubes (about 6 slices bread)
1/2 cup raisins, if desired
Whipping (heavy) cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 2-quart saucepan, heat milk and butter over medium heat until butter is melted and milk is hot.
  • In large bowl, mix eggs, sugar, cinnamon and salt. Stir in bread cubes and raisins. Stir in milk mixture. Pour into ungreased deep round pan.
  • Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted 1 inch from edge comes out clean. Serve warm with whipping cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg

BEST EVER BREAD PUDDING



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The secret to incredible bread pudding with a soft middle and crisp edges starts with leftover dinner rolls. I picked up the rich brown sugar sauce recipe from my friend Kathryn Gartmann. A big drizzle of it takes this dessert over the top and really makes it the best bread pudding ever. -Maria Petrella, Taste of Home Prep Cook

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
2-1/4 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
20 dinner rolls (1-1/4 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes (18 cups)
3 tablespoons brown sugar
SAUCE:
1 cup butter, cubed
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup half-and-half cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Whisk together the first 10 ingredients until blended. Gently stir in bread. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. or 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with brown sugar; let stand until bread is softened, about 15 minutes. Bake until puffed and a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes., Meanwhile, for sauce, melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar; stir until dissolved. Gradually stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until thickened, 15-20 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; add vanilla, sea salt and baking soda, stirring well. Serve sauce with warm bread pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

EASY MEATBALLS



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My husband makes these easy meatballs with simple ingredients like eggs, panko bread crumbs, garlic powder, and fresh basil, and they come out flavorful and delicious every time! Kids love them too! If desired, add the cooked meatballs to your favorite sauce until submerged (this brings out the moistness).

Provided by Love2Cook

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 pounds ground beef
½ cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix eggs, Italian seasoning, basil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder together in a large bowl. Add beef and panko bread crumbs and mix thoroughly.
  • Shape mixture into about forty 1 1/2-inch balls, a little smaller than golf balls, using a teaspoon. Place on ungreased, rimmed baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the centers, turning halfway through cooking time, 10 to 15 minutes total.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 117.5 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 406.9 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

MEAT LOVER'S BREAD PUDDING



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Your family will love this cheesy bread pudding made with beef and sausage! To save time in the kitchen, use 3 cups thawed Make-Ahead Seasoned Ground Beef and Sausage from your freezer.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground beef round
1/2 lb bulk Italian pork sausage
1 container (8 oz) refrigerated prechopped onion, celery and bell pepper
1 cup marinara sauce
1 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 eggs
2 boxes (9.5 oz each) frozen five-cheese Texas toast, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend (8 oz)
Small fresh basil leaves, if desired
Additional marinara sauce, heated, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9- inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 12-inch skillet, cook beef, sausage and onion mixture over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef and sausage are thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in 1 cup marinara sauce.
  • In medium bowl, beat half-and-half, Italian seasoning, garlic salt, pepper and eggs with wire whisk until blended.
  • Layer half of the Texas toast in baking dish; top with half of the meat mixture and 1 cup of the cheese blend. Repeat layers. Pour egg mixture over top.
  • Bake uncovered 50 to 55 minutes or until center is set. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with basil. Serve with additional marinara sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413, Carbohydrate 27 g, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 755 mg

Tips:

  • Choose the right meatballs: Use high-quality, flavorful meatballs for the best results. You can make your own or use store-bought meatballs.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The more vegetables you add, the more nutritious and flavorful the bread pudding will be. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, peppers, and mushrooms.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the bread pudding tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the bread pudding until it is set: The bread pudding is done baking when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Serve the bread pudding warm: Meatball bread pudding is best served warm, but it can also be served cold.

Conclusion:

Meatball bread pudding is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover meatballs and vegetables. The bread pudding is moist and flavorful, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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