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Pork and Beef Sliders with Pepper Jack and Peperoncini

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Pork and Beef Sliders with Pepper Jack and Peperoncini are super flavorful burgers that are perfect for a yummy appetizer or a quick weeknight dinner.

Side view of a hamburgers that\'s been stuffed with Pepperjack cheese and pepperoncini sitting over a slice of tomato and lettuce between a bun. A skewer secures the bun to the burger. over a red-checked cloth. A jar of pepperoncini sits in the back next to a platter of burgers.Do you have those jars in your fridge that are still almost full but close to expiration because you only have one use for the product? I am embarrassed to say, I do! I love a product that I can use a hundred different ways because I hate wasting food. Pork and Beef Sliders with Pepper Jack and Peperoncini uses one of my very favorite ingredients, Mezzetta Peperoncini. I’ve never had a problem getting to the bottom of that jar!

When I was younger, food came in two categories; food that you ate with ketchup, which was all my favorites, and food that you didn’t eat with ketchup like fruit and cereal.

Side view of a hamburger that\'s been stuffed with Pepperjack cheese and pepperoncini sitting over a slice of tomato and lettuce between a bun. A skewer secures the bun to the burger. over a red-checked cloth.They say your tastes change every 7 years. I don’t know if that’s true, but I believe that if a dish is flavorful, I don’t need to bury it in a mound of ketchup. Just like these Pork and Beef Sliders with Pepper Jack and Peperoncini, no ketchup graced my table. Combining the pork and beef made a very tender burger. The Mezzetta Peperoncini brightened up the flavor and contrasted nicely with the pepper jack cheese. I further bumped up the flavor and texture by putting a couple Peperoncini rings right on top too.

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This slider recipe is only one way that we love to use Mezzetta Peperoncini. I’ve been putting them in lots of my salads for years. Whether it’s a green salad or antipasti, they both taste better with these peppers. I also love adding them to my favorite sub sandwiches. Peperoncini are crisp golden peppers with just a hint of heat that are sourced from small family farms in Greece.

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Pork and Beef Sliders with Pepper Jack and Peperoncini

Pork and Beef Sliders with Pepper Jack and Peperoncini are super flavorful burgers that are perfect for a yummy appetizer or a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Servings 12 people
Author Julie Menghini

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 lb ground beef I use 85% lean
  • 1/3 cup Peperoncini peppers diced
  • 1/2 cup pepper jack cheese diced
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 12 slider buns or rolls

Instructions

  • Combine all of the ingredients.   Scoop each burger using an ice cream scoop.  Press flat slightly.
  • Preheat grill to 350°F.  Grill for approximately 20 minutes or to 140°F when tested with an instant read thermometer.

Notes

Calculated calories don't include buns.

Nutrition

Calories: 214kcal | Protein: 14g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 169mg | Potassium: 223mg | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 3.1mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1.1mg
This recipe was calculated using the exact brands and measurements I used to make this recipe. If you are following a strict diet please note changing anything will cause the nutritional info to change. My calculations are intended as a guide only.
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This is how I made them!

This product is really versatile, just like this recipe. Pork and Beef Sliders with Pepper Jack and Peperoncini can be made several ways. Here are just a few ideas:

  • Meatballs with cute little picks for a smaller finger food or appetizer
  • Cook and add the ground meat mixture to a hoagie bun and top with the cheese for a pepper-steak sandwich. Top with more sliced peperoncini.
  • Top pasta or a pizza crust with the ground mixture for a pepper-steak version. Top with cheese and bake until bubbly.

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Do you have a favorite Mezzetta product or delicious ways you use Peperoncini? I’d love it if you would share by leaving me a comment below.

I want to thank Mezzetta for such a high-quality product in addition to supporting Hostess At Heart! That allows me to keep bringing free recipes to you, my friend!

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Comments

  3. Jennifer A Stewart says

    I love pepperoncini and eat them right out of the jar when no one is looking. These look amazing and I can’t wait to dive it!

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  5. Debra C. says

    Love everything about these delicious sliders, love the additional recipe ideas you shared too! Such a versatile recipe!!

    Reply

  6. Michaela Kenkel says

    Pepperoncini should be it’s own food group!! I am LOVING these!! Saving to my tailgate pin board!! These are perfect for HUSKER football! 😉

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  11. Katherine | Love In My Oven says

    I’ve also heard that allergies change every 7 years – who knows what to believe!? Haha anyway I do love pepperoncini myself!! These look simply delicious!

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  13. Loretta says

    LOOK at that burger! So juicy and full of goodness. Love the addition of pepperoncini, it definitely had to have elevated the taste. 🙂

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    • Julie Menghini says

      Thank you, Loretta! I actually loved the size of these burgers. I liked that they were smaller and think that’s my new MO.

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  15. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

    I LOVE pepperoncini! I just eat them right out of the jar :). But they must be a billion times better piled on a delicious slider. Have a great weekend, Julie!

    Reply

    • Julie Menghini says

      Thank you, Kelsie! I hope you have an amazing weekend too! I want cinnamon rolls…please send me some.

      Reply

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