Ham and Swiss Sliders (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Sliders
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1 package Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (12 count)
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18 slices thin deli ham
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12 slices Swiss cheese
→ For the Butter Sauce
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1 stick (1/2 cup) butter
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1/2 tablespoon dried minced onion
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Optional Toppings
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon dried parsley
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This moderate temperature will allow the sliders to heat through evenly while still giving the tops a nice golden finish.
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Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with aluminum foil, making sure to cover the sides as well. The foil makes cleanup much easier and helps prevent the butter sauce from sticking to the pan. Lightly coat the foil with cooking spray to prevent the sliders from sticking.
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Remove the entire package of Hawaiian sweet rolls from the package, keeping them connected as one unit. Using a large serrated knife, carefully slice through the middle of all rolls horizontally, creating one connected top slab and one connected bottom slab. This technique keeps all the rolls together, making assembly much easier and ensures even distribution of fillings.
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Place the bottom slab of rolls in the prepared baking dish. Layer half of the ham slices evenly over the bottom slab, covering all the rolls. Next, arrange the Swiss cheese slices over the ham, slightly overlapping if necessary to cover the entire surface. Top with the remaining ham slices, creating even layers throughout.
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Place the top slab of rolls over the layered ham and cheese, reconstructing the rolls into their original form but now with the delicious fillings inside. Press down gently to compress the sliders slightly.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in the microwave in 20-30 second intervals until completely melted. Add the yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, dried minced onion, salt, and pepper to the melted butter. Whisk together until well combined. This flavorful butter sauce will infuse the sliders with savory goodness as they bake.
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Pour the butter sauce evenly over the tops of the rolls, allowing it to drip down the sides and between the sliders. Make sure all the rolls get some of the sauce for maximum flavor. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and let the sliders sit for 5-10 minutes, allowing the rolls to absorb some of the butter sauce before baking.
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Place the covered baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes. The foil cover helps trap steam, warming the sliders throughout and melting the cheese while preventing the tops from browning too quickly.
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After 20 minutes, carefully remove the foil cover and return the sliders to the oven. Bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and slightly crispy. This uncovered baking time allows the tops to get a nice finish and helps any excess butter to be absorbed.
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If desired, sprinkle the hot sliders with grated Parmesan cheese and dried parsley for extra flavor and a pop of color. Using a sharp knife, cut along the seams of the rolls to separate them into individual sliders. Serve immediately while they're warm and the cheese is still melty. These sliders are perfect as an appetizer, for game day, or even as a main course with a side salad.
# Notes:
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For a lighter version with less butter, you can reduce the amount to 1/4 cup (half a stick) for a drier, crispier slider.
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These sliders can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance. Prepare everything but don't pour on the butter sauce until just before baking.
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Leftover sliders can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days and reheated in the oven at 325°F for about 10 minutes or until warmed through.