Whether they’re finger food for the big game or a quick and easy Tuesday night supper, you’re going to love these. They’re so simple to make and can be customized to include your favorite pizza toppings.

The cheese stretch on these Easy Pizza Sloppy Joe Sliders is impressive. (Stacey Little/Southern Bite)

Easy Pizza Sloppy Joe Sliders

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 10 minutes

Servings: 12 sliders

Ingredients

• 1 (16-ounce) package Johnsonville Italian Sausage (mild or hot)
• 1 (13- to 14-ounce) jar pizza sauce
• 1 cup mini pepperoni
• 1 (12- to 18-ounce) package dinner rolls
• 1 (8-ounce) package sliced mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lightly spray a small-rimmed baking sheet or 9-by-13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the sausage until cooked through. Drain any excess grease. Stir in the pizza sauce and pepperoni. Mix to combine. Set aside.
3. Use a large knife to split the rolls in half horizontally without separating them. Place the bottom half of the rolls on the prepared pan. Spread the sausage mixture evenly over them. Place the mozzarella cheese over the top. Place the top of the rolls on top.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Add salt if necessary (see note). Brush the butter mixture over the tops of the rolls. Bake uncovered for 10 minutes or until heated through and the cheese has melted. Serve immediately.

Notes

Many pizza sauces can be salty, so I leave the option of adding salt to the butter mixture to your own taste. Taste your meat mixture and if it’s not too salty, add salt to the butter mixture. If it’s pretty salty, simply leave it out.

This recipe originally appeared on  SouthernBite.com. For more great recipes, visit the website or check out ”The Southern Bite Cookbook.”