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
Meatballs
- 1
Prepare Meatball Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
Mix the ingredients together until well combined, but do not overmix.
- 3
Preheat Oven
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 4
Shape Meatballs
Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- 5
Prepare for Baking
Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 6
Bake Meatballs
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
Marinara Sauce
- 7
- 8
Sauté Onions
Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 9
Add Garlic
Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- 10
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
- 11
Simmer Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combine and Serve
- 12
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Once the meatballs are baked, add them to the marinara sauce and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- 13
Prepare for Serving
Serve the meatballs in the sauce with sliced provolone and grated Romano cheese on the side.
- 14
Set Up Meatball Bar
Provide baked rolls for guests to enjoy with the meatballs.
