Ingredients:

  • 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls
  • 1 lb (454g) ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 (15-ounce/425g) can Manwich sloppy joe sauce
  • 8 slices cheddar cheese
  • 4 Tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 Tablespoon (12g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • Chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon.
  3. Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the Manwich (or homemade sauce). Simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Slice the block of Hawaiian rolls horizontally in half, keeping the top and bottom halves intact.
  6. Place the bottom half of the rolls on the prepared baking sheet. Spread the sloppy joe mixture evenly over the rolls.
  7. Layer the cheddar cheese slices over the meat mixture.
  8. Place the top half of the rolls over the cheese.
  9. In a small bowl, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
  10. Brush the butter mixture evenly over the tops of the rolls.
  11. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  12. Garnish with chopped parsley (if using). Let cool slightly before slicing and serving the Sloppy Joe Sliders .