"This Pull-Apart Bread isbursting with juicy, flavorful Italian meatballs, bathed in rich, zesty marinara, smothered in mozzarella and cocooned in garlic buttery biscuits. It's a cheesy, decadent appetizer that everyone will love you for OR a super fun dinner with self-contained meatballs!..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 16.3 oz. pkgs. refrigerated biscuits (I use Pillsbury Grand 8 biscuits each)
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8 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese (divided (about 2 cups))
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2 tablespoons butter (softened)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 large egg
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1 pound lean ground beef
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1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
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1/2 cup freshly finely grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 cup diced onion
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2 tablespoons milk
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1 tsp EACH dried parsley, dried basil, garlic powder
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1/2 tsp EACH dried oregano, dried rosemary, salt, pepper
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1 14.5 oz. can fire roasted diced tomatoes with juices
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1 15 oz. can tomato sauce
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1 tablespoon sugar
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1 tsp EACH garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil
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1/2 tsp EACH salt, pepper
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1/4 tsp EACH dried thyme (dried rosemary)
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1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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4 tablespoons butter (melted)
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3 garlic cloves (minced)
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1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley (or 1 tsp dried)