"Homemade Meatball Sliders are juicy, tender, handheld sandwiches with a fantastic homemade sauce that will leave everyone wanting more!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound ground beef ((I prefer a leaner ground beef so it produces less grease) )
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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2 teaspoons onion powder
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1 clove finely minced garlic
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1 Tablespoon dried Parsley flakes ((optional))
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2 Tablespoons water
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1 large egg
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½ cup breadcrumbs
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½ cup parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon olive oil
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¼ cup finely chopped pepperoni
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1 clove garlic (minced)
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14 ounce can crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
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½ teaspoon dried basil
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¼ teaspoon kosher salt
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⅛ teaspoon black pepper ((or red pepper flakes for more of a kick))
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¼ cup parmesan cheese
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12 pack Hawaiian rolls or slider buns
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12 thin slices mozzarella or provolone cheese
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2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, (melted)
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1-2 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
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1 Tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or chives to garnish