My husband has declared this his new favorite dinner recipe
This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for a cozy meal. The soft rolls, juicy meatballs, and melted mozzarella cheese create a delicious combination.
ADVERTISEMENT
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 2 pounds |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Bread crumbs | 1 cup |
| Fresh parsley, chopped | 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons |
| Garlic, minced | 6 cloves |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Pepper | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Vegetable oil | For cooking |
| Soft rolls | 4 |
| Mozzarella cheese, sliced | 8 slices |
| Marinara sauce | 1 cup |
| Butter, melted | 1/4 cup |
| Parmesan cheese, freshly grated | For topping |
Instructions:
- Make meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, eggs, bread crumbs, 1/4 cup parsley, 3 cloves garlic, salt, and pepper. Shape into golf ball-sized meatballs.
- Cook meatballs: Heat a cast iron pan with oil over medium-high heat. Cook meatballs until browned on all sides. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Prepare rolls: Place soft rolls in a baking sheet. Cut the top and press the inside down to create boats.
- Make garlic butter: Mix melted butter, 3 cloves garlic, and 2 tablespoons parsley.
- Toast rolls: Brush rolls with garlic butter and bake for 5 minutes, or until toasted.
- Assemble boats: Place mozzarella slices in rolls. Add a spoonful of marinara sauce.
- Add meatballs: Place 3 meatballs in each boat and top with more marinara sauce.
- Bake and serve: Bake for 25 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Top with Parmesan cheese and serve.
