Irresistible Mini Meatball Subs
Mini Meatball Subs are the perfect bite-sized appetizer packed with juicy meatballs, rich marinara sauce, and melty cheese, all nestled in soft, toasty buns.
Ingredients
- 1 package savory butter Hawaiian rolls
- 1/3 cup salted butter
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 12 fresh or frozen meatballs cooked
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella shredded
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Hollow out the inside of each roll, making the holes big enough for the meatballs but not piercing through the bottom.
- In a sauce pan over medium low heat, melt the butter, garlic, parsley, and oregano, until the butter just starts to brown.
- Brush the butter sauce all over the insides and tops of the rolls.
- Add about 2 tablespoons of sauce to each hole. Put a meatball in the hole. Then top with the remaining sauce and the shredded mozzarella.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from oven.
- Using a sharp knife, slice between each roll. Plate and garnish with parsley.
- Cut them apart, carefully, and put them back in the oven for 5 more minutes to crisp up the sides of the bread.
Notes
- You want to cut a big enough hole in the roll to accommodate the meatball but don't cut all the way through. The bottom could fall out along with your meatball.
- Save time by using pre-made meatballs or make your own for extra flavor.
- These meatball subs are best with perfectly crispy bread. Place them back in the oven after you cut them apart to crisp up on all edges.
Nutrition
Calories: 117kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 204mgPotassium: 118mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 368IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 0.5mg
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