Meatball Boats
Experience the savory delight of Meatball Boats with this delectable recipe that combines flavorful meatballs, gooey mozzarella, and zesty marinara sauce. Elevate your culinary journey with these savory delights.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley + 2 tablespoons, chopped, divided
- 6 cloves garlic, minced, divided
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Vegetable oil
- 4 soft rolls
- 8 slices mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
How To Make Meatball Boats:
- In a large bowl, blend ground beef, eggs, bread crumbs, 1/4 cup parsley, 3 cloves garlic, salt, and pepper. Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
- Heat a cast iron pan or skillet with oil over medium-high heat.
- Brown the meatballs on all sides. Transfer them to a plate and remove the pan from heat.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
- Place the soft rolls on a baking sheet. Cut the tops of the rolls with a knife and press the insides down to create boats.
- Mix melted butter, 3 cloves of garlic, and 2 tablespoons of parsley.
- Brush the rolls with the garlic butter and bake for 5 minutes or until toasted.
- Lay two slices of mozzarella in each roll. Spoon marinara on top of the cheese.
- Arrange three meatballs in each boat and top with more marinara.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
- Finish by generously sprinkling Parmesan cheese on top.
Delight in the fusion of flavors and textures as you savor these Meatball Boats – a culinary adventure for your taste buds.