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Meatball Sub Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls

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Juicy homemade meatballs tucked inside soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls, smothered in marinara and gooey cheese—these sliders are the ultimate party snack or family comfort food. Quick to make and perfect for sharing, they’re a crowd-pleaser for all ages.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1/3 cup bread crumbs (panko or gluten-free as needed)
  • 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (plus 1 tablespoon for garnish)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 package (12-count) Hawaiian rolls
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (divided)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
  • 6 slices provolone cheese (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, milk, egg, Parmesan, garlic, 2 tablespoons parsley, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Shape mixture into 12 even meatballs (about 1 1/2 inches in diameter) and place on a lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake meatballs for 15-18 minutes, until browned and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F).
  5. While meatballs bake, slice Hawaiian rolls horizontally as a slab (do not separate). Place bottom half in prepared dish.
  6. Spread 1/2 cup marinara sauce over bottom half of rolls. Sprinkle half the mozzarella and lay down provolone slices if using.
  7. Arrange baked meatballs evenly over cheese—one per roll. Spoon remaining marinara over meatballs.
  8. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella over meatballs. Place top half of rolls on top, pressing gently.
  9. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic powder, and 1 tablespoon parsley. Brush tops of rolls generously.
  10. Cover dish loosely with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 5 minutes until tops are golden and cheese is melted.
  11. Let sliders cool for 5 minutes before cutting into 12 pieces. Sprinkle extra parsley on top if desired.

Notes

For gluten-free, use GF bread crumbs and rolls. For vegetarian, swap in plant-based meatballs. Chill meatballs before baking for better shape. Cover sliders with foil to prevent over-browning. Serve with extra marinara for dipping. Meatballs can be made ahead and frozen. Adjust cheese and sauce amounts to taste.

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