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Italian Recipes: Italian Sub Sliders for Easy Party Meals

You know those moments when you're hosting and suddenly realize your guests are due to arrive in less than an hour, and your main course is still... well, not a thing? That’s exactly when these Italian Sub Sliders come in clutch. They’re like that one friend who always shows up with snacks—quick, reliable, and surprisingly good-looking. I’ve made these for everything from lazy Sunday lunches to last-minute game nights, and let me tell you, they’re a hit every single time. We’re talking savory layers of meats and melty cheese tucked into soft, buttery Hawaiian rolls. It’s the kind of dish that makes folks close their eyes on the first bite. And don’t even get me started on that toasted, golden top. This is one of those Italian Recipes that brings all the comfort of Italian Food Recipes into your kitchen, without any of the stress. If you're craving Italian Meals but short on time, or hunting for Italian Dishes Recipes that double as crowd-pleasers, this checks every box. It's right up there with my favorite Italian Food Ideas and just as satisfying as those Italian Pasta Recipes I keep going back to.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: easy Italian recipes, Italian Dishes Recipes, Italian Food Ideas, Italian Food Recipes, Italian Meals, Italian Pasta Recipes, Italian Recipes
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Eleanor

Ingredients

  • 1 pack Hawaiian sweet rolls (12 count)
  • 1/4 cup mayo
  • 1 tablespoon Italian dressing
  • 6 slices provolone cheese
  • 8 slices salami
  • 8 slices ham
  • 8 slices pepperoni
  • 6 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup banana peppers
  • 1/4 cup sliced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the entire sheet of rolls in half horizontally (don’t separate them individually). Place the bottom halves in a greased 9x13 baking dish.
  3. In a small bowl, mix mayo and Italian dressing. Spread this onto the cut side of the bottom buns.
  4. Layer on provolone cheese, salami, ham, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, banana peppers, and red onion.
  5. Place the top half of the rolls on and press down gently.
  6. Stir together melted butter, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan. Brush over the tops of the sliders.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 5 minutes, or until the tops are golden and crisp.
  8. Let them cool slightly before slicing and serving.