Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsDonnell's Kitchen & LoungeCap's Meatball Bar™ Recipe

Cap's Meatball Bar™ Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves16

Our signature meatballs are simmered in a classic marinara sauce. Every meatball bar comes standard with sliced provolone, Romano cheese in a Capriotti’s shaker and baked rolls. We request 24 hours notice for all meatball bar orders. For large orders, please call the shop. Feeds 14-16 people.

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Ingredients

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Meatballs

Marinara Sauce

Toppings and Serving

Method

Prepare Meatballs

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Form Meatballs

    Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter and place them on a baking sheet.

  3. 3

    Bake Meatballs

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20 minutes until browned and cooked through.

Prepare Marinara Sauce

  1. 4

    Sauté Onions

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 5

    Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Stir in canned crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.

  3. 6

    Combine Meatballs and Sauce

    Once the meatballs are baked, gently add them to the simmering marinara sauce. Cover and let simmer for 15-20 minutes.

Serve

  1. 7

    Prepare the Table

    Slice the baked rolls in half and arrange them on a serving platter.

  2. 8

    Assemble the Meatball Bar

    Serve the meatballs in marinara sauce with sliced provolone cheese and grated Romano cheese on the side for guests to add to their rolls.

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