Blackstone Mini Meatball Sub Bites

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1/2 pound ground pork
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1/4 cup finely-minced onion
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 piece white bread, crust removed
• 1/8 cup milk
• 1 egg, lighten beaten
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 16 mini pita breads
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium-sized bowl, gently mix together the...: In a medium-sized bowl, gently mix together the ground beef, ground pork, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, minced onion, and the salt and pepper.

2. 2

   In another bowl, add the milk and the...: In another bowl, add the milk and the bread. Let the milk soak the bread, then add the bread to the meat mixture along with your egg, and mix with your hands until combined. Don't overmix!

3. 3

   Spread some of the meat mixture directly on...: Spread some of the meat mixture directly on top of the mini pita breads. You want it to be about 1/2" thick. Continue until all of the pitas have the meatball mixture on them. If you have extra, fry up a few meatballs or use some extra pitas.

4. 4

   Preheat your Blackstone to medium heat.

5. 5

   Put a small pot on the griddle surface...: Put a small pot on the griddle surface and add the marinara. You can also just heat it in the microwave if that feels easier.

6. 6

   Place the pita breads, meat-side down, onto the...: Place the pita breads, meat-side down, onto the hot griddle surface and then gently press down.

7. 7

   Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until a nice...: Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until a nice crust has formed on the bottom.

8. 8

   Flip the pitas over and gather them into...: Flip the pitas over and gather them into a group on the griddle so they are touching. Sprinkle the cheese on top and cover with a dome. Reduce the heat to low, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese is good and melted.

9. 9

   Remove from the griddle and serve with hot...: Remove from the griddle and serve with hot marinara for dipping.