Cap's Meatball Bar™ Recipe
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
Serving
Method
Meatball Preparation
- 1
Mix the Meatball Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 2 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake the Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 4
- 5
Add the Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
- 6
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the chopped fresh basil right before serving.
Assembly and Serving
- 7
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Once the meatballs are done baking, add them to the marinara sauce and let them simmer together for an additional 10 minutes.
- 8
Prepare the Rolls and Cheese
Slice the baked rolls and arrange them on a serving platter. Prepare the provolone cheese and Romano cheese for serving.
- 9
Serve the Meatball Bar
Set up the meatball bar by placing the meatballs in sauce, sliced provolone cheese, grated Romano cheese, and baked rolls for guests to assemble their own meatball sandwiches.