Gourmet Sloppy Joe Sliders

Looking to elevate a classic comfort food? These Gourmet Sloppy Joe Sliders are the ultimate combination of nostalgia and sophistication. Perfect for casual dinners, game day gatherings, or even upscale parties, these sliders feature a saucy, smoky beef filling nestled inside buttery brioche buns. Topped with melted cheddar and garnished with parsley, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

The secret lies in the Worcestershire sauce and smoked paprika, which bring depth and flavor to this timeless dish. Pair them with crispy chips or a fresh salad for a balanced meal. Easy to make and impossible to resist!

Gourmet Sloppy Joe Sliders

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Looking to elevate a classic comfort food? These Gourmet Sloppy Joe Sliders are the ultimate combination of nostalgia and sophistication.

Equipment

• Skillet
• Baking sheet
• Spatula

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend recommended
• 1 small onion finely diced
• 1/2 green bell pepper finely diced
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 mini brioche slider buns
• 4 slices of cheddar cheese halved
• 1 tbsp butter melted
• Chopped fresh parsley optional garnish

Instructions

• Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles.
• Remove excess grease, then stir in onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
• Add tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens.
• Preheat the oven to 350°F. Arrange slider buns on a baking sheet and lightly toast for 3 minutes.
• Fill each bun with a generous scoop of the beef mixture and top with cheddar cheese.
• Brush bun tops with melted butter, then return sliders to the oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
• Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Servings: 8 sliders
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes