Italian Style BBQ Sliders
Recipe from The Food Channel

The traditional burger gets an Italian twist in this mini burger recipe. Fresh mozzarella cheese and fresh basil add wonderful flavor.


Italian Style BBQ Sliders

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Servings: 12 servings
Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 16 mins

 
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Ingredients
  • 3 pounds
    80/20 ground chuck
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  • 1/4 cup
    Heinz 57 Sauce
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    Salt and pepper to taste
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    Roma tomatoes, as needed
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    Fresh basil, as needed
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  • 24 3-inch
    butter and egg dinner rolls
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Pesto Mayo Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons
    pesto, prepared
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  • 1/2 cup
    mayonnaise
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    Fresh mozzarella cheese, as needed
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Directions
1.
Build a charcoal fire or heat a gas grill.
2.
Place the ground chuck in a large bowl and add the Heinz 57 Sauce and salt, and pepper. Mix well. Shape the meat into 24 (2-ounce) patties.
3.
When the grill is medium-hot, brush the grill grate with oil. Place the burgers on the grill and cook for 4-6 minutes each side or longer if you prefer the burgers more well done.
4.
Slice the buns in half and toast cut side down on the grill.
5.
Spread both sides of the buns with pesto mayo. Place burger on bun and top with slice of mozzarella, tomato slice and fresh basil.

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