These Ham and Cheese Sliders were such a hit in our test kitchen they were gone in 10 minutes. They’re a crowd-pleaser for a reason: Sweet, savory, tangy, and cheesy flavors combine to make a modern dish that still feels nostalgic. Kings Hawaiian rolls now come in a 24-ct. Party Pack, so you’ll only have to grab one bag. You can use ham straight for the deli or go for a pre-sliced deli option, like Hillshire Farms. Or, you can use any deli meat or melting cheese of your choosing. For easier assembly, don’t separate the rolls before splitting them—just cut through them horizontally in one big slab. You can definitely assemble them ahead of time, and then butter and bake right before serving. Bring them to a potluck or party, or just make them for a fun spin on a weeknight dinner.

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Credit: Alison Miksch; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Christina Daley

Recipe Summary

active:
25 mins
total:
45 mins
Yield:
Serves 12 (serving size: 2 sandwiches)
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Stir together mayonnaise, mustard, garlic, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Stir together butter, poppy seeds, and Worcestershire in a separate small bowl. Set aside. 

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  • Place bottom halves of rolls in a single layer in a lightly greased (with cooking spray) 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Spread mayonnaise mixture evenly over top. Layer with ham and cheese; cover with top halves of rolls. Drizzle with butter mixture to evenly cover tops of rolls, and let stand 5 minutes. 

  • Cover with aluminum foil, and bake in preheated oven until cheese is melted, 15 to 17 minutes. Uncover and bake until tops of rolls are golden and crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Cut into sandwiches, and serve warm. 

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