The Cheesiest Mozzarella Meatball Sliders

Serves: 6 Save

Ingredients (24)

  • For the Meatballs: (adapted from The Meatball Shop NYC)
  • 1 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pounds 80% lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1/2 tablespoon fresh oregano (chopped, or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 teaspoons salt
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • For the Sauce:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves (thinly sliced)
  • a pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 1 box of Pomi chopped tomatoes (26.4 ounces, or another high-quality chopped tomato)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 6 basil leaves (torn)
  • For the Sandwich:
  • 6 mini brioche buns
  • 6 mini meatballs
  • 6 thick slices of fresh mozzarella
  • 1 cup of shredded Italian cheese blend
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 12 basil leaves

Directions

Learn how to make this recipe at The Spruce Eats