Jack's Meatball Sliders
INGREDIENTS
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4 or 5 cloves garlic, chopped (not too small; larger chunks, about 1/4 inch)
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 28 -ounce can crushed tomatoes
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 pound ground beef
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1 pound ground sausage (preferably spicy pork)
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1/2 cup finely chopped onion
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1/4 cup minced garlic
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
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1 large egg
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1/2 cup grated parmesan, plus more for garnish
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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12 ounces ricotta cheese
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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Olive oil
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33 slider-size potato buns, toasted
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