Description
Indulge in the flavors of Italy with these irresistible Italian sliders! Soft, fluffy buns are filled with savory ground beef, gooey mozzarella, and zesty marinara, creating a mouthwatering experience perfect for game days or gatherings. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, these sliders will become your go-to dish for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, these delightful bites are guaranteed to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 slider buns
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, draining excess fat as needed.
- Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning; simmer for 5 minutes until heated through.
- Slice slider buns in half horizontally and place bottom halves in the baking dish. Spoon the beef mixture onto each bun evenly.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and red onion slices.
- Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg