Neely's Meatball Sliders

1. 1

   Combine the ground pork and pork sausage, red pepper flakes, 2 cloves of the chopped garlic, panko, grated cheese, eggs, parsley, kosher salt and black pepper, to taste, in large bowl.

2. 2

   Form into 2-inch-meatballs and set aside on a platter.

3. 3

   Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.

4. 4

   Add the meatballs and cook until brown on all sides.

5. 5

   Transfer to plate.

6. 6

   Meanwhile, start the sauce.

7. 7

   Add the 2 tablespoons of the remaining olive oil to a medium saucepan over medium heat.

8. 8

   Add the onion, and the remaining garlic.

9. 9

   Saute until the onion begins to brown, about 4 to 5 minutes.

10. 10

    Season the onions with salt and pepper, to taste.

11. 11

    Add the tomato puree and the tomatoes and bring to a boil.

12. 12

    Reduce the heat, stir in the meatballs and simmer the sauce, stirring occasionally, for 45 minutes.

13. 13

    To serve, put a meat ball on the bottom of each roll and drizzle lightly with some sauce.

14. 14

    Top with a basil leaf and some shaved pecorino.

15. 15

    Cover with the roll tops and transfer to a platter.

16. 16

    Serve warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.