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You can easily take these \u201cmeatballs in a bun\u201d to something more interesting by brushing the tops with a bit of melted butter and sprinkling with garlic, parsley, and pecorino right after they come out of the oven - tasted like a meatball stuffed garlic knot. You literally cannot go wrong with such a simple recipe if you just TRY to make it special.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2025-02-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cwbuff2"},"reviewBody":"
Made these last night and my hard-to-please son said they were delicious! I did incorporate some of the suggestions below with cheese and toppings. It begs a simple side salad like cucumber. One thing though - ignore the direction to cover the buns with a kitchen towel. I took it literally and my buns stuck to the towel and came out distorted. Don't know why a covering is needed, but use foil or plastic wrap sprayed with Pam instead of the towel. They make great party food, snacks for kids, as well as a main meal. Very versatile!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-02-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"7833louis"},"reviewBody":"Every Christmas my family has an appetizer competition. I submitted this one and won. My kids then ruled one cannot submit a recipe more than once because they figured their appetizers would never win if I submitted these again. However, they have requested I make these each year. And they are soooooo easy! Thanks for sharing!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-12-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kindle1244"},"reviewBody":"I have recently discovered our local Italian deli freezes bags of their mini meatballs which are PERFECT for this treat. I can also get fresh pizza dough there and fresh mozzarella and parmesan which makes this the easiest and most delicious snack extremely easy. We will be making these often. So glad to have found this recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-09-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cindiak"},"reviewBody":"Served these at a party and everyone raved about them. I did make my own meatballs as I don't care for the frozen ones.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-06-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Guest3543"},"reviewBody":"I had high hopes for these as I\u2019ve made pepperoni rolls for our neighborhood countless times to much excitement, but was thinking I could throw something new out there. Nope! I\u2019m sorry but these just tasted simply and boringly like a meatball in a roll, which of course is what they are, but I don\u2019t understand the abundance of rave reviews previously posted. I might try them again with some cheese inside, as well, maybe a dab of pesto, I don\u2019t know, needs SOMETHING.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CWOCN"},"reviewBody":"I used Sam's Italian meat balls and Kroger's frozen yeast roll dough. It took about an hour for the dough to soften and only about 30 minutes to rise. We fixed them for a group of teens. They left the cookies and very quickly devoured the Meatball Buns!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-09-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"suefalk"},"reviewBody":"How did I not think of this! Great appetizer, or to use up leftover meatballs. Simple and quick - and delicious.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jillj2005"},"reviewBody":"The whole family loved this recipe. We will definitely be making these again. Can easily be doubled for a crowd.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-01-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"ms11145"},"reviewBody":"Either my meatballs were bigger or my rolls smaller, because I did not cut these into half. Great recipe. I did sprinkle some grated mozzarella cheese onto the bread dough and then placed a meatball on top of the cheese. These will be fun to serve to a youth group.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"katecrid47"},"reviewBody":"These are awesome! My 12 year old daughter made these with no problems. They didn't last long on the table. It was a great appetizer dish. I did use frozen meatballs and they were very tasty. I will think about making my own meatballs to use next time but this recipe is definitely a keeper!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-07-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Millyqq"},"reviewBody":"Easy and excellent.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-02-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"meliss.beyer"},"reviewBody":"I made these using pizza dough that I had on hand instead of the rolls. They were very simple to make and came out great! I also added some shredded mozzarella cheese with the last few minutes left to bake. They took about 5 minutes longer to bake since they were touching in the pan.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-09-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"ebrowder"},"reviewBody":"The whole family loved this recipe but especially the kids! I had to pass along to my 2 neighbors since their kids were at my house and loved them too!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-12-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"bernerlover"},"reviewBody":"these are excellent. I just made them. I did make 2 changes: I don't like Italian meatballs so I used regular ones and before wrapping in the dough I added a bit of mozzarella cheese. I used slab cheese and just cut a small chunk for each one. I used pizza sauce out of a jar for the dipping sauce. These taste great- I'll definitely make them again","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-12-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Corwin44"},"reviewBody":"I brought these to a fondue party to dip into my pizza sauce\/ marinara fondue. Everyone raves about these. My niece especially liked that these were mini versions of her favorite sandwich the meatball sub. I used frozen mini meatballs and and a package of 24 round bread dough rolls. I didn't need to split the rolls as the mini meatballs fit perfectly into one. The little snacks looked just like the picture. These were easy and fun and will make them again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"randcbruns"},"reviewBody":"These were a hit with my boys and hubby alike! I didn't have any frozen roll dough but I had frozen loaves. I also made my own meatballs. Took longer because I had to cook my own meatballs but the idea was the same. I certainly will be using this recipe again. I am thinking I might make Mexican meatballs next time and have salsa to dip them in. YUMMO!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-03-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Tr21"},"reviewBody":"Easy and delicious- I have used the refrigerated biscuits in the past for a quick app and have stuffed these with pepperoni, tomatoe sauce, and mozzarella. I've tried them with jalepenos and pineapple, too. Delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-08-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"nobakie"},"reviewBody":"Huge hit with the "grands"!!! Used bread dough and cut to fit. Served with pizza sauce. 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