We all know that February is the month of love, since Valentine’s Day is on February 14. But for some people, February is not about hearts and flowers but it’s about FOOTBALL. The NFL Super Bowl is also played during this month. The Super Bowl is about getting together to cheer your team to victory, and eating lots of good food. If you’ve ever been to a Super Bowl party, you know it’s as much about the food as it is about the game. This recipe comes from our Beacon editor Deb Bretz, and she says that you need to grab one of these sandwiches when they are first placed on the table, because they go fast!
HAWAIIAN ROLL – HAM & SWISS SLIDERS
INGREDIENTS
Caramelized Onions
• 2 Tbsp. extra‑virgin olive oil
• 1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced
• Kosher salt, to taste
Poppy-Butter Topping
• 4 Tbsp. melted butter
• 1 Tbsp. poppy seeds
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
Sliders
• 12 mini-Hawaiian rolls
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup honey mustard
• 1 1/2 lb. deli-sliced ham
• 1 lb. sliced Swiss cheese
DIRECTIONS
Step 1: Caramelize the Onions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add onions and season lightly with salt.
3. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft, golden, and jammy – about 25 minutes.
4. Set aside to cool slightly.
Step 2: Make the Poppy-Butter Topping
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter, poppy seeds, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce.
Step 3: Assemble the Sliders
1. Slice the Hawaiian rolls horizontally (keeping them connected).
2. Place the bottom half on a baking sheet.
3. Spread mayonnaise evenly over the bottom layer.
4. Add half the ham, then all the Swiss cheese, then the remaining ham.
5. Spread honey mustard over the top layer of ham.
6. Add caramelized onions.
7. Place the top buns on, and brush generously with the poppy-butter mixture.
Step 4: Bake
1. Bake for 10–15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden.
2. If the buns brown too quickly, tent loosely with foil.
3. Serve warm.
