Meatball Marinara Sliders
Made in no time at all using our Meatball Marinara recipe, these easy Meatball Marinara Sliders are packed with delicious Italian-inspired flavour and topped with gooey melty cheese.
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories477
- Carbs50g
- Protein32g
- Fat15g
- Saturates7g
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Got some leftover Meatball Marinara going spare? You’re in for a treat. Whether you’ve deliberately made extra (we love a bit of forward planning) or just couldn’t quite finish your last batch, this Meatball Marinara Sliders recipe is the perfect way to give those leftovers a delicious second life. It’s quick, it’s thrifty, and it feels like a whole new meal without much extra fuss.
Even better, if you find yourself with a few ciabatta rolls left over after this, you’re already halfway to your next dish… you won’t want to miss those KFC Zinger Burgers!
What diets are these Meatball Marinara Sliders suitable for?
These Meatball Marinara Sliders can easily be both gluten and dairy-free, just be sure to swap out the following ingredients for suitable versions:
- Bread
- Cheese
Remember to take extra care when you’re cooking for people with allergies. Use separate utensils, cookware, and preparation surfaces.
Do you need any special ingredients to make these Meatball Marinara Sliders?
You will need to have made the Meatball Marinara recipe previously, and have enough leftovers for this recipe.
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How many calories are in these Meatball Marinara Sliders?
There are 447 calories per portion of these Meatball Marinara Sliders, which means they fall into our Weekly Indulgence category. These are all recipes that come in at under 500 calories or less, for a healthier twist on some of your favourite dishes. If you’re calorie counting, they fit with diet plans like Weight Watchers.
As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight then you might want to adjust these slightly! You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C.
Step 2
Heat the leftover meatballs and sauce thoroughly in the microwave or on the hob.
Step 3
Slice the sub rolls in half, leaving one side “hinged” — ready to fill.
Step 4
Divide the meatballs and sauce between the two rolls and sprinkle over the grated cheese.
Step 5
Place on a baking tray and cook for 8-10 minutes, until the cheese has melted.
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How do you know when these Meatball Marinara Sliders are cooked?
Your meatballs should be piping hot all the way through after heating in the microwave, and the sliders should go into the oven until the cheese is deliciously melted and bubbling on top.
As per UK food safety guidelines, always cook meat until it reaches 75ºC and stays at that temperature for at least two minutes. This is to keep you and whoever it is you’re cooking for safe.
How long can you keep these Meatball Marinara Sliders in the fridge?
Once you’ve cooked your Meatball Marinara Sliders, you should eat them immediately.
Can you freeze these Meatball Marinara Sliders?
No, we do not recommend freezing this recipe.
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Meatball Marinara Sliders
Made in no time at all using our Meatball Marinara recipe, these easy Meatball Marinara Sliders are packed with delicious Italian-inspired flavour and topped with gooey melty cheese.
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Prep Time
5 MINS
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Cook Time
10 MINS
- KCals 477
- Carbs 50G
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C.
- Heat the leftover meatballs and sauce in the microwave or on the hob.
- Slice the sub rolls in half, leaving one side “hinged”, ready to fill.
- Divide the meatballs and sauce between the two rolls, then sprinkle over the grated cheese.
- Place on a baking tray and cook for 8-10 minutes, until the cheese has melted.
- Remove from the oven and enjoy!
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Emma wardenTuesday 7th November 2017
This sounds yummy !!
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