Description
These hearty sliders combine seasoned beef, sautéed vegetables, and melted cheese for a comforting, Western-inspired dish that’s perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
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Ground beef – 1½ pounds
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Yellow onion, finely diced – 1 large (about 1 cup)
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Green bell pepper, diced – 1 medium (about ¾ cup)
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Garlic cloves, minced – 3 cloves
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Tomato paste – 2 tablespoons
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Worcestershire-style sauce (non-alcoholic) – 1 tablespoon
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Smoked paprika – 1 teaspoon
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Ground cumin – 1 teaspoon
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Chili powder – 1 teaspoon
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Salt – 1½ teaspoons
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Black pepper – 1 teaspoon
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Olive oil – 1 tablespoon
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Slider buns – 12 rolls
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Cheddar cheese, shredded – 2 cups
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Monterey Jack cheese, shredded – 1½ cups
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Unsalted butter, melted – 4 tablespoons
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Garlic powder – ½ teaspoon
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Onion powder – ½ teaspoon
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Dried parsley – 1 teaspoon
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper for 4–5 minutes, then add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
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Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
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Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire-style sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer 5 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place bottom halves of buns in a greased baking dish.
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Spread beef mixture evenly over buns and top with shredded cheeses.
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Place top buns on and brush with melted butter mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley.
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Cover with foil and bake 15 minutes. Uncover and bake 8–10 minutes until golden and melted.
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Rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
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Toasting the bottom buns briefly helps prevent sogginess.
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Sliders can be assembled ahead and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes