Description
These Italian Sliders are a delicious, savory treat perfect for gatherings or a hearty snack. Featuring flavorful Italian sausage, melted provolone cheese, tangy pesto, and sweet roasted red peppers, all baked inside soft slider buns, they deliver a perfect balance of flavors in every bite.
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 Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the sliders later on. - Cook Sausage
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until it is browned and crumbled, ensuring it is fully cooked and flavorful. - Prepare Buns
Slice the slider buns horizontally in half. Spread a generous layer of pesto sauce on the bottom halves to add a fresh herbaceous flavor. - Assemble Sliders
Layer the cooked sausage evenly over the pesto-spread bun bottoms. Then add slices of provolone cheese followed by the roasted red peppers, building layers of taste and texture. - Top and Bake
Place the top halves of the buns over the assembled fillings. Brush the tops with olive oil for a golden finish. Cover the sliders with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes to melt the cheese and heat through. - Brown Toppings
Remove the foil and bake an additional 5–10 minutes until the buns are golden brown on top. Serve the sliders hot for best flavor.
Notes
- You can choose between sweet or spicy Italian sausage based on your flavor preference.
- Using fresh pesto enhances the flavor but store-bought works well too.
- Roasted red peppers can be used from a jar to save time.
- Brush the buns with olive oil to achieve a nice, crisp texture during baking.
- Make sure to cover with foil initially to melt the cheese without burning the buns.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
