ITALIAN MEATBALL BUNS

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These soft little rolls come with a surprise inside-savory Italian meatballs. They're wonderful dipped in marinara sauce, making them fun for my grandkids and adults, too. I love how easy they are to put together. -Trina Linder-Mobley, Clover, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

12 frozen bread dough dinner rolls
1 package (12 ounces) frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs, thawed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
1-1/2 cups marinara sauce, warmed

Steps:

Let dough stand at room temperature until softened, 25-30 minutes., Cut each roll in half. Wrap each portion around a meatball, enclosing meatball completely; pinch dough firmly to seal. Place on greased baking sheets, seam side down. Cover with kitchen towel; let rise in a warm place until almost doubled, 1-1/2 to 2 hours., Preheat oven to 350°. Bake buns until golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Brush tops with oil; sprinkle with cheese and basil. Serve with marinara sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 253mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.