Ingredients
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For the Filling:
- 1.5 pounds ribeye steak, thinly sliced (or deli roast beef)
- 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
For Assembly:
- 1 package (12 count) King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
- 8-12 slices provolone cheese
For the Butter Topping:
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
- Cook the Vegetables – Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced peppers and onions, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and beginning to caramelize. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant. Transfer vegetables to a plate and set aside.
- Cook the Beef – In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the thinly sliced beef (or deli roast beef) and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 3-5 minutes, breaking up the meat and stirring occasionally, until the beef is cooked through and no longer pink. If using deli roast beef, just heat through and break into smaller pieces.
- Combine Filling – Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet with the beef. Stir everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes to combine flavors. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Rolls – Without separating the individual rolls, use a sharp serrated knife to slice the entire connected sheet of rolls horizontally in half, creating a top and bottom layer. Place the bottom half in your prepared baking dish.
- Layer the Filling – Spread the beef, pepper, and onion mixture evenly over the bottom layer of rolls, covering the entire surface. Make sure the filling is distributed evenly so each slider gets a good amount.
- Add Cheese – Layer the provolone cheese slices over the filling, overlapping as needed to cover everything completely. Use as much cheese as you like—8-12 slices typically covers the surface well.
- Top with Roll Layer – Carefully place the top half of the rolls over the cheese layer, aligning it with the bottom. Press down gently to compress everything together.
- Make Butter Topping – In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
- Brush with Butter – Using a pastry brush or spoon, generously brush the entire butter mixture over the top of the rolls, making sure to cover all surfaces. The butter will pool slightly around the edges—this creates delicious crispy spots.
- Cover and Bake – Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 15 minutes to allow the cheese to melt and the rolls to warm through.
- Uncover and Finish – Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 8-10 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and the butter has created a beautiful glazed crust.
- Slice and Serve – Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes. Slice along the original roll divisions to create 12 individual sliders. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Using Fresh Steak: Freeze ribeye for 30 minutes before slicing—this makes cutting paper-thin slices much easier
- Time-Saver: Deli roast beef eliminates the slicing step and works perfectly for this recipe
- Make-Ahead: Assemble completely through step 10, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking
- Cheese Options: Try American cheese, white cheddar, or even Cheez Whiz for variations
- Add Heat: Include sliced jalapeños or banana peppers with the vegetables for spicy kick
- Extra Crispy: Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching carefully to prevent burning
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sliders
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg