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Rachael Ray's South by Southwest 7-Layer Sliders

Flavor-packed sliders stacked with spicy seasoned beef, creamy avocado-lime salsa, zesty mustard, and spicy refried beans for a fiesta of tastes in every bite.
Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 20 mins

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb ground beef chuck
  • 1 cup beer
  • 0.5 cup grated onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 tablespoons grill seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon pure chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked sweet paprika
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 each avocado, diced
  • 0.5 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 each jalapeƱo chiles, seeded and minced
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
  • 2 each lime, juiced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • to taste kosher salt
  • 2 each yellow tomatoes, sliced
  • 0.25 cup yellow mustard
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 cup canned spicy vegetarian refried beans
  • 6 slices deli-sliced pepper jack cheese
  • 12 each slider rolls
  • 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, beer, grated onion, garlic, grill seasoning, chili powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of kosher salt. Mix gently but thoroughly.
  • Form the mixture into 12 small patties, about slider size.
  • Heat a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties 4-5 minutes per side or until cooked through and nicely browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, mash the avocado gently. Stir in the finely chopped red onion, jalapeƱos, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt to taste to create a vibrant avocado-lime salsa.
  • In a separate small bowl, mix the sour cream, hot sauce, ground cumin, and a pinch of salt for a spicy crema sauce.
  • Warm the refried beans in a small pot or microwave until heated through.
  • Slice the slider rolls in half horizontally. Spread a thin layer of yellow mustard on the bottom halves.
  • Layer each slider starting with a spoonful of warm refried beans, then a cooked beef patty.
  • Top the patties with a slice of pepper jack cheese, a spoonful of avocado salsa, and a drizzle of the spicy crema sauce.
  • Add a slice of yellow tomato and a small handful of shredded romaine lettuce.
  • Close each slider with the top half of the roll. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful 7-layer sliders!