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Ultimate Graduation Party Sliders Recipe

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Juicy, perfectly seasoned beef sliders nestled between soft, buttery buns, ideal for graduation parties and casual gatherings. Easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and packed with classic diner flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 12 small slider buns (King’s Hawaiian recommended)
  • 12 American cheese slices (cheddar or pepper jack optional)
  • 24 dill pickle slices
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • Optional: pickled jalapeños for heat

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Divide the beef into 12 equal portions (about 1.25 oz each) and flatten into thin patties about 3 inches in diameter.
  3. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until hot.
  4. Cook patties for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (internal temperature 160°F). Add a slice of cheese on each patty in the last 30 seconds and cover to melt.
  5. Melt butter and brush onto cut sides of slider buns. Toast buns cut-side down on a baking sheet under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  6. Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, and yellow mustard in a small bowl to make the special sauce.
  7. Assemble sliders by spreading special sauce on bottom buns, layering with cheesy beef patties, two pickle slices, and topping with the bun. Garnish with parsley if desired.
  8. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Do not overmix the beef to keep patties tender. Use a meat thermometer to ensure patties reach 160°F. Butter buns before toasting for extra flavor and crunch. Chill patties before cooking to reduce shrinking. Avoid pressing patties while cooking to retain juiciness. Keep pickles and sauce separate until assembly to prevent soggy buns.

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