Italian Beef Sliders

Ingredients

• 1 large Onion (sliced)
• 1 lb Cooked Roast Beef (chopped)
• 1 jar (16 oz) Pepperoncini Peppers (including liquid)
• 1 cup Beef Broth (low sodium)
• 1 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tbsp Italian Dressing (store‑bought)
• 2 cloves Garlic (pressed or minced)
• 1 stick Unsalted Butter (cut into cubes)
• 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard (smooth)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
• 1 tsp Sesame Seeds (toasted optional)
• 8 pieces Slider Buns (Italian rolls or mini hoagie buns)
• 8 slices Provolone Cheese (thinly sliced)

Instructions

1. Prep Aromatics

   Slice the onion and press the garlic cloves. Set aside.

   Time: PT10M

2. Slow‑Cook the Beef

   In a large pot or slow cooker, layer the sliced onion, then the chopped roast beef. Add the whole jar of pepperoncini with its liquid, beef broth, black pepper, Italian dressing, and the pressed garlic. Set to low heat and let simmer for about 8 hours, or until the beef is very tender.

   Time: PT8H

3. Shred the Beef

   When the cooking time is up, remove the pot and use two forks to shred the beef into bite‑size pieces.

   Time: PT5M

4. Make the Butter‑Mustard Glaze

   Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in Dijon mustard, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and sesame seeds until the mixture is smooth and glossy.

   Time: PT5M

5. Preheat Oven

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

6. Assemble Sliders

   Butter the bottom of a casserole dish. Place the bottom halves of the slider buns in a single layer, add a generous spoonful of shredded beef on each, then top with a slice of provolone cheese. (Optional: quickly crisp some of the shredded beef in a hot skillet for extra texture before adding.)

   Time: PT10M

7. Bake Covered

   Drizzle the butter‑mustard glaze over the assembled sliders, cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil, and bake for 20 minutes.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 350°F

8. Brown the Top

   Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the tops of the buns are golden brown.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

9. Rest and Serve

   Take the dish out of the oven, let it rest for 5 minutes, then serve the sliders warm.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

300

Protein

20g

Carbohydrates

25g

Fat

12g

Fiber

1g