Hot Italian Sub Slider

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Introduction

Spice up your next party or game day gathering with our delicious Hot Italian Sub Sliders. These mini sandwiches are packed with savory Italian meats, melted cheese, and zesty toppings, all baked to perfection on soft slider buns. Easy to make and guaranteed to please a crowd, these Hot Italian Sub Sliders are sure to become a new favorite for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 12 slider buns, halved
  • 1/2 pound thinly sliced deli ham
  • 1/2 pound thinly sliced deli salami
  • 1/2 pound thinly sliced pepperoni
  • 6 slices provolone cheese, halved
  • 1/2 cup sliced banana peppers
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup Italian dressing
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Marinara sauce, for dipping (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

2. Assemble the Sliders:

  • Place the bottom halves of the slider buns on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Layer the deli ham, salami, and pepperoni evenly on top of the bottom halves of the buns.
  • Top each slider with a half slice of provolone cheese.

3. Add Toppings:

  • Sprinkle the sliced banana peppers, black olives, diced red onion, and chopped fresh basil evenly over the cheese.

4. Dress with Italian Dressing:

  • Drizzle the Italian dressing over the toppings, distributing it evenly across all the sliders.

5. Cover and Bake:

  • Place the top halves of the slider buns on top of the assembled sliders to create sandwiches.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
  • Brush the seasoned butter mixture over the tops of the slider buns.

6. Bake:

  • Cover the baking sheet with aluminum foil and bake the sliders in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sliders are heated through.

7. Serve:

  • Remove the foil from the baking sheet and transfer the sliders to a serving platter.
  • Serve the Hot Italian Sub Sliders immediately, with marinara sauce on the side for dipping if desired.

Conclusion

With our Hot Italian Sub Slider recipe, you can enjoy the bold flavors of an Italian sub in bite-sized form. Whether served as a party appetizer, game day snack, or quick and easy meal, these sliders are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Whip up a batch today and treat your taste buds to the irresistible combination of savory meats, melted cheese, and zesty toppings!

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