Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsOld Neighborhood CafeMeatball Bar Orders Recipe

Meatball Bar Orders Recipe

Time1h
Serves12

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Ingredients

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Meatballs

Breads

Method

Meatball Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.

  2. 2

    Shape Meatballs

    Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs about the size of a golf ball (approximately 1.5 inches in diameter). Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. 3

    Bake Meatballs

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Sauce Preparation

  1. 4

    Heat Sauces

    In separate saucepans, heat the marinara sauce, BBQ sauce, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing over medium heat. Stir occasionally until warmed through.

Setup Meatball Bar

  1. 5

    Arrange Ingredients

    Once the meatballs are cooked, arrange them on a large serving platter. Place the various sauces in small bowls surrounding the meatballs.

  2. 6

    Add Toppings

    Set out toppings such as shredded mozzarella cheese, sliced jalapeños, chopped green onions, and sour cream in small bowls for guests to add to their meatball sliders.

  3. 7

    Serve with Breads

    Provide slider buns and garlic breadsticks on the side for guests to make their own meatball sandwiches.

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