Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Italian Sliders recipe featuring savory Italian sausage, provolone cheese, pesto sauce, and roasted red peppers baked to golden perfection on slider buns. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or a tasty meal any time.
Ingredients
Scale
Sliders
- 12 slider buns
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 8 oz provolone cheese, sliced
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the assembled sliders.
- Cook the sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, breaking it apart, until it is fully browned and crumbled. This ensures the meat is thoroughly cooked and flavorful.
- Prepare the buns: Slice the slider buns in half horizontally. Spread pesto sauce evenly on the bottom halves to add a fresh, herby base layer.
- Assemble the sliders: Layer the cooked sausage on top of the pesto-covered bottom buns. Then add slices of provolone cheese and top with roasted red peppers for a burst of sweetness and texture.
- Bake the sliders: Replace the top halves of the buns, brush the tops with olive oil to ensure a golden crust, then cover the pan with foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes to melt the cheese and heat through.
- Finish baking: Remove the foil carefully and continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the tops of the buns turn golden brown and slightly crispy. Serve the sliders hot for the best taste experience.
Notes
- You can use either sweet or spicy Italian sausage depending on your taste preference.
- Roasted red peppers add a subtle sweetness, but you can substitute with fresh bell peppers if unavailable.
- Brushing the tops with olive oil helps the buns brown nicely and prevents them from drying out.
- Serve these sliders with a side of marinara sauce or a simple salad for a complete meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven for best results.
