Make miniature, flavorful Italian beef sandwiches perfect for graduation parties or gatherings where guests need easy-to-handle portions.
Author:leogrant
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:4 hours
Total Time:4 hours 15 min
Yield:24 sliders 1x
Category:Lunch
Method:Slow Cooking/Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
2 lbs thinly sliced roast beef (deli-style)
1 packet (1 oz) dry Italian dressing mix
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
24 slider buns (Hawaiian rolls work well)
1 cup provolone cheese, sliced or shredded
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
Combine the Italian dressing mix, beef broth, water, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a slow cooker or large pot. Whisk until the dressing mix is dissolved.
Add the thinly sliced roast beef to the liquid mixture. Stir gently to coat all the beef.
Cook on low in the slow cooker for 3 to 4 hours, or simmer gently on the stovetop for 1.5 hours, until the beef is tender and has absorbed the liquid flavor.
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Slice the slider buns horizontally, keeping the top and bottom halves connected. Place the bottom halves in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Layer the cooked Italian beef evenly over the bottom buns. Top the beef with the provolone cheese. Place the top halves of the buns over the cheese.
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with the Italian seasoning. Brush this mixture evenly over the top of the assembled sliders.
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops of the buns are lightly golden brown.
Slice the sliders apart before serving for your party appetizers.
Notes
For extra flavor, serve these mini sandwiches with a side of giardiniera for those who like heat.
If you do not have a slow cooker, you can prepare this recipe in a Dutch oven on the stovetop over low heat.