Garlic Parmesan Toasted Sloppy Joe Sliders
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean 80/20 or 90/10 works best)
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 cup sloppy joe sauce (store-bought or your favorite homemade recipe)
- 1 package (12 count) slider rolls (like Hawaiian rolls)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley or 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat and Prep the Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or a little bit of butter to prevent the rolls from sticking to the bottom. - Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics and Beef
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef, diced onion, and diced bell pepper. Cook until the beef is fully browned and the vegetables are soft. Make sure to break the meat into small crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease from the pan. - Step 3: Simmer the Sloppy Joe Mixture
Stir in the sloppy joe sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste. Lower the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for about 5 to 7 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly so it doesn’t make the buns too soggy. - Step 4: Prepare the Slider Rolls
Keep the slider rolls connected and slice the entire slab in half horizontally. Place the bottom half of the rolls into the prepared baking dish. Spread the sloppy joe meat mixture evenly over the bottom rolls. - Step 5: Add Cheese and Top Bun
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the meat mixture. Place the top half of the slider rolls back on top of the cheese and meat. - Step 6: Apply the Garlic Parmesan Topping
In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Use a pastry brush to coat the tops of the rolls evenly with the butter mixture, ensuring every inch of the crust is covered. - Step 7: Bake to Golden Perfection
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops of the rolls are golden brown and toasted. Slice into individual sliders and serve immediately.