Ingredients
– 12 slider buns
– 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 cup marinara sauce
– 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Italian Sliders is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and heat. Once hot, crumble the Italian sausage into the skillet. Cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
3. Add Seasonings: Stir in the marinara sauce, oregano, and garlic powder. Let simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
4. Prepare Buns: While the sausage is simmering, slice the slider buns in half horizontally and place the bottoms in a baking dish.
5. Layer the Mixture: Spoon the sausage mixture over the bottom halves of the buns evenly.
6. Add Cheeses: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the sausage mixture.
7. Top with Buns: Place the tops of the slider buns on the cheese layer.
8. Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
9. Garnish: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
10. Slice and Serve: Using a sharp knife, slice the sliders and serve warm.
These steps will guide you in creating incredible Italian Sliders that are sure to impress everyone.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 15g