– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 12 slider buns
– 6 slices cheddar cheese
– ¼ cup mayonnaise (optional)
– ¼ cup ketchup (optional)
– ¼ cup mustard (optional)
– Pickles, for garnish (optional)
Creating the Best 30-Min Cheeseburger Sliders is straightforward. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
1. Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, add the ground beef over medium heat. Break it apart with a spatula.
3. Season the Meat: Mix in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, around 8-10 minutes.
4. Drain Excess Fat: Drain any excess grease from the cooked beef.
5. Slice the Buns: While the beef is cooking, slice the slider buns in half horizontally. Keep the tops and bottoms together.
6. Assemble Sliders: Place the bottom halves of the slider buns in a greased baking dish. Evenly spread the beef mixture on top.
7. Add Cheese: Cut the cheddar cheese slices in half and place them over the beef. The cheese will melt beautifully!
8. Top with Buns: Place the top halves of the slider buns over the cheese.
9. Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 10 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the buns are golden and the cheese is melted.
10. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven. Optionally spread mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard on the sliders. Garnish with pickles if desired.
These steps will ensure your sliders are delicious and ready to be enjoyed in no time!