- Prep Time:10 minutes
- Cook Time:4-6 minutes
- Serves:12
The traditional burger gets an Italian twist in this mini burger recipe. Fresh mozzarella cheese and fresh basil add wonderful flavor.
Why try? Sure, you could make these sliders with mustard and ketchup and call it a day, but you’ve got to mix things up sometimes.
Foodie Byte: Fresh mozzarella cheese and fresh basil are widely available now all year long. Take advantage and try this delicious burger variation.
This recipe is part of our Build-a-Burger Workshop feature on Sliders. Click here for the story and more recipes.
Ingredients
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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
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2 tablespoons pesto, prepared
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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Fresh mozzarella cheese, as needed
Preparation
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1
Build a charcoal fire or heat a gas grill.
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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.
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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.
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4
Slice the buns in half and toast cut side down on the grill.
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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.
Additional Info
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