Mini Meatball Monster Sliders

Get ready to sink your teeth into Cindy’s Mini Meatball Monster Sliders, a fun and flavorful twist on a classic favorite! These bite-sized sliders are perfect for Halloween parties, game days, or anytime you're craving a deliciously adorable snack. Tender, juicy meatballs are nestled between soft slider buns, then topped with tomato sauce and gooey melted cheese for a mouthwatering bite. But the fun doesn't stop there – we're taking these sliders to the next level by adding a playful touch: toothpick "eyes" using sliced olives! Simply skewer two olive slices onto toothpicks and place them on top of each slider to create cute monster eyes that will delight kids and adults alike. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the oven, and get ready to unleash the flavor-packed fun with these adorable sliders that are monstrously delicious! by Cindy Jones

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Mini Meatball Monster Sliders

Get ready to sink your teeth into Cindy’s Mini Meatball Monster Sliders, a fun and flavorful twist on a classic favorite! These bite-sized sliders are perfect for Halloween parties, game days, or anytime you're craving a deliciously adorable snack. Tender, juicy meatballs are nestled between soft slider buns, then topped with tomato sauce and gooey melted cheese for a mouthwatering bite. But the fun doesn't stop there – we're taking these sliders to the next level by adding a playful touch: toothpick "eyes" using sliced olives! Simply skewer two olive slices onto toothpicks and place them on top of each slider to create cute monster eyes that will delight kids and adults alike. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the oven, and get ready to unleash the flavor-packed fun with these adorable sliders that are monstrously delicious! by Cindy Jones

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Meatballs

2 lbs ground turkey breast or ground beef

¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated

¼ cup Italian bread crumbs

½ tsp oregano

1 tsp basil

1 tsp parsley

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tsp onion powder

¼ teaspoon black pepper

¼ teaspoon salt

Sauce

1 can Italian style diced tomatoes

1 can tomato sauce

1 Tbsp Italian seasoning

For sandwiches

Slider buns or small dinner rolls

Havarti cheese slices, cut into long triangles

Black or green olives, sliced

Toothpicks

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Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a large baking dish or aluminum sheet with cooking oil.

Gently roll meat mixture into small, 1” balls and place on baking sheet, leaving room between each meatball. Place in pre-heated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes.

Gently loosen meatballs from dish with a spatula and kitchen tongs, turn over and cook for another 10-12 minutes.

While meatballs are cooking, heat Italian diced tomatoes, tomato sauce and Italian seasoning in a small pan on low heat, stirring occasionally.

When meatballs are cooked through, remove from oven. Add 2-4 meatballs (depending on size) to the slider buns, and top with a tablespoon or so of the sauce. Lay strips of cut Havarti cheese across so that the pointed section hangs over the front and add the top bun. Slide toothpicks through the center of sliced black or green olives and insert them into the bun, adjusting the “monster’s” eyes.

Serve with fresh veggies or chips and dip. Enjoy!

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