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Maid-Rite Sliders

Ever heard of a “loose meat” sandwich? If not, you’re about to discover one of the Midwest’s best-kept culinary secrets. 
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Servings: 12 sliders

Ingredients

For the Star of the Show:

  • 1 pound ground beef go for 80/20 for the best flavor!
  • 1 tablespoon minced onion we want it super fine
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 beef bouillon cube this is our secret weapon
  • 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

For Building These Beauties:

  • 12 slider buns soft and ready for action
  • Plenty of dill pickle slices
  • 6 slices American or cheddar cheese pick your favorite!

For the Heavenly Topping:

  • ½ cup butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard adds the perfect kick

Instructions

  • First things first: Get your oven warming up to 350°F. While that’s happening, grab your biggest skillet and brown that beef. Here’s the trick – break it up into the tiniest pieces you can manage. We’re talking really small here. Once it’s no longer pink, drain off the fat.
  • Now for the flavor explosion! Toss in your minced onion, water, bouillon cube, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Let everything simmer together until the liquid disappears – this is where the magic happens, folks!
  • Time to build! Line up those slider bun bottoms in a baking dish like little soldiers. Layer on your seasoned meat mixture (try not to sneak too many tastes!), followed by pickles and cheese slices. Crown them with their little bun tops.
  • Here comes the finishing touch that takes these from good to great: Mix up that melted butter with brown sugar and Dijon, then brush it all over those buns. It’s like giving them a warm, flavorful hug.
  • Cover the whole party with foil and slide it into the oven for 25 minutes. You’re looking for melty cheese and toasty buns.

Notes

The finer you break up that meat while cooking, the more authentic your sliders will be
Don’t rush the simmering step – letting the liquid evaporate concentrates all those amazing flavors
These little guys are perfect for make-ahead – prep the meat mixture the day before, then assemble and bake when you’re ready