Canadian Bacon and Havarti Cheese Sliders with Pesto Glaze
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
6 mins
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Cook Time
14 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
343 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Canadian Bacon and Havarti Cheese Sliders with Pesto Glaze
Description
These sliders are assembled by slicing Hawaiian rolls horizontally but leaving them attached, then layering the bottom half with Canadian bacon and Havarti cheese slices. A mix of melted butter combined with pesto, Dijon mustard, minced onion, and red pepper flakes is prepared and spread over the top half. Baking the assembled sliders melts the cheese and crisps the tops, melding the flavors.
The contrast between the sweet, soft rolls and savory bacon and cheese makes the sliders approachable and flavorful. The pesto glaze adds an herbaceous, slightly tangy character with a bit of heat from the red pepper flakes. This combination creates an inviting, pull-apart sandwich ideal for gatherings or casual meals.
Use a serrated knife to evenly split the rolls for easy assembly. The sliders bake at a moderate temperature until the cheese melts and the tops brown slightly. They can be served warm as appetizers or as part of a meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tick butter (1/2 cup)
- 2 tablespoons pesto
- 1-3 teaspoon Dijon mustard to taste (I used 1)
- 1 tablespoon onion or fresh minced onion, dried minced
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 package hawaiian rolls 12 rolls
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon sugar optional
- 12-14 ounces Canadian bacon about 24 small slices (or your favorite ham)
- 8 ounces havarti cheese sliced
Instructions
- In a small bowl, melt the butter halfway in the microwave. It should be mostly melted and the un-melted parts should be soft. It shouldn't take more than 40-60 seconds.
- Stir in the pesto, Dijon, minced onion, and red pepper flakes. Let this mixture sit at room temperature to thicken up (or stick it in the fridge) for a few minutes while you assemble the sandwiches.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- Use a sharp serrated knife to split the rolls in half (do no separate into individual rolls.) See photos. Place the bottom half of the rolls on a rimmed baking sheet. (Or you could also do it in a 9x13 inch pan.)
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and sugar. You can skip this step and just spread the mayo on if you want. I like it a little sweeter.
- Layer the Canadian Bacon on the bottom half of the buns. Layer the cheese on top.
- Top with the top half of the rolls.
- Spoon the butter-pesto mixture over the tops of the rolls and spread it all over.
- Cover the rolls with aluminum foil that has been sprayed with nonstick spray (so the cheese doesn’t stick to it).
- Bake at 350 for 12 minutes.
- Remove the foil. Continue baking for another 2-5 minutes, until the tops are browned. Keep an eye on the bottoms of the rolls so they don’t burn. I like them to be nice and crispy.
- Use a sharp knife to cut each sandwich and serve hot!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 343kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 123mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 466IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 125mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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