Jul 14 2026
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Grilled Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Nocturnem Draft Haus
Time1h
Serves4

Sliced Haus Meatballs with Marinara & Fresh Irish Flatbread

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Ingredients

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Flatbread

Meatballs

Marinara Sauce

Assembly

Method

Flatbread Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Dough

    In a bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. In a separate bowl, mix flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until combined and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.

  2. 2

    Let It Rise

    Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

  3. 3

    Shape the Flatbread

    Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 4 equal parts. Roll each part into a circle, about 1/4 inch thick.

  4. 4

    Cook the Flatbread

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each flatbread for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Set aside.

Meatball Preparation

  1. 5

    Mix Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined.

  2. 6

    Form Meatballs

    Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

  3. 7

    Cook Meatballs

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through.

Marinara Sauce Preparation

  1. 8

    Sauté Garlic

    In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 9

    Add Tomatoes and Seasoning

    Add the canned crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, black pepper, and fresh basil. Stir well and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Assembly

  1. 10

    Layer the Ingredients

    On one flatbread, place a layer of sliced mozzarella cheese, followed by a few meatballs, and top with marinara sauce.

  2. 11

    Grill the Sandwich

    Spread butter on the outer sides of the flatbread. Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill the sandwich for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until the cheese is melted and the flatbread is golden brown.

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