Description
Sassy tailgate sandwiches deliver a flavor explosion that elevates game day snacking to new heights. Packed with bold ingredients and zesty seasonings, these handheld delights will score big with hungry crowds seeking maximum taste in minimal time.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Bread:
- 1 pound thinly sliced ham
- 1 (12 count) package Hawaiian sweet rolls
- 1 pound thinly sliced Swiss cheese
Seasoning and Sauce:
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
- Create a single layer of rolls by slicing the entire package horizontally, keeping the bottom and top halves intact.
- Distribute ham and cheese uniformly across the bottom roll layer, creating a consistent flavor profile.
- Carefully replace the top halves of the rolls, creating a complete sandwich base.
- Craft a flavorful butter mixture by blending melted butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, and onion powder in a small mixing bowl.
- Generously drizzle the prepared butter mixture over the assembled sandwiches, allowing the liquid to permeate and enhance the rolls’ texture.
- Shield the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes, ensuring the cheese melts completely and ingredients warm through.
- Uncover the sandwiches and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to achieve a golden, crispy top layer.
- Remove from the oven, slice into individual servings, and present while still warm for maximum flavor and enjoyment.
Notes
- Customize meat options by swapping ham with turkey, roast beef, or pulled chicken for variety and different flavor profiles.
- Enhance vegetarian friendliness by replacing ham with grilled portobello mushrooms or plant-based deli slices for protein alternatives.
- Reduce sodium content by selecting low-sodium ham and using reduced-fat cheese to make the recipe more heart-healthy.
- Elevate gluten-free requirements by using gluten-free dinner rolls and checking ingredient labels for potential gluten contamination.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg