CHIPOTLE SLIDERS

This recipe is the ultimate fast-fix mini burger and boasts fabulous flavor. Creamy mayo, cheese and sweet Hawaiian rolls tame the heat of the chipotle peppers.

—SHAWN SINGLETON VIDOR, TX



START TO FINISH: 30 MIN. • MAKES: 10 SLIDERS


1 package (12 ounces) Hawaiian sweet rolls, divided

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

8 teaspoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, divided

1/2 pounds ground beef

10 slices pepper Jack cheese

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1. Place 2 rolls in a food processor; process until crumbly. Transfer to a large bowl; add the salt, pepper and 6 teaspoons chipotle peppers. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 10 patties.

2. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Top with cheese. Grill 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted.

3. Split remaining rolls and grill, cut side down, over medium heat for 30-60 seconds or until toasted. Combine mayonnaise and remaining chipotle peppers; spread over roll bottoms. Top each with a burger. Replace roll tops.