Description
Hearty hot Italian sub sliders pack a punch of Mediterranean flavor with layers of savory salami, pepperoni, and melted provolone nestled in soft dinner rolls. Perfectly seasoned and baked until golden, these mini sandwiches promise a delightful bite you’ll crave at game day gatherings or casual weekend get-togethers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Hawaiian rolls (or slider buns)
- 6 slices ham (or turkey)
- 6 slices pepperoni
- 6 slices salami
- 6 slices provolone cheese
- ½ cup roasted red peppers, drained and sliced
- ½ cup banana peppers, drained
- 4 tbsps butter, melted
- ¼ cup Italian dressing
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Oven Preparation: Calibrate the oven to 350F (175C) and lightly coat a 9×13 baking vessel with a non-stick spray.
- Roll Preparation: Carefully bisect Hawaiian rolls horizontally while maintaining their structural integrity, positioning the bottom layer within the prepared baking dish.
- Flavor Foundation: Whisk mayonnaise and Italian dressing into a harmonious blend, then meticulously distribute across the roll’s lower surface.
- Protein and Cheese Assembly: Strategically layer salami, pepperoni, ham, and provolone cheese, creating a robust flavor profile. Incorporate roasted red peppers and banana peppers for heightened complexity, then dust with Italian seasoning.
- Topping and Butter Enhancement: Crown the layered ingredients with roll tops. Merge melted butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese into a luxurious glaze, generously brushing over the slider surface.
- Baking Process: Shield the dish with aluminum foil, bake for 10 minutes. Uncover and continue baking 5-7 minutes until the surface achieves a golden-brown hue and cheese reaches a molten state.
- Serving Technique: Allow brief cooling, then segment and present these warm, flavor-packed sliders for immediate enjoyment.
Notes
- Swap meats based on personal preference or dietary needs – turkey or chicken can replace traditional pork-based proteins.
- Pat roasted red peppers and banana peppers dry before adding to prevent soggy slider bottoms.
- Use room temperature cheese for more even melting and better overall texture.
- Add a pinch of dried parsley or red pepper flakes to the butter blend for extra depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg