Sliders

Prep the ingredients per the instructions above.

Prep the potatoes: Cut the potatoes into 1/4-inch thick sticks. Place into a large bowl and cover completely with cold water for 20 minutes (see note). Drain well and pat dry with a towel.

Preheat the broiler on low. Remove the rolls from the packaging in one piece. With a serrated knife, cut crosswise through all of the rolls at once, to divide the top half from the bottom (keeping the sides of the rolls intact). Place both halves cut side up on a sheet tray and broil for 2 minutes until lightly toasted. Set aside. (If using slider rolls, separate the tops from the bottoms and place cut side up on the sheet tray, sides touching; broil as instructed.)

Mix together the ground beef, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Season well with salt and pepper. Portion the beef evenly into small balls about the size of a golf ball.

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for the fries.

Heat the olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened and lightly golden brown. Add the beef to the pan and flatten each ball using a spatula into a thin patty (work in batches). Cook on both sides for about 20 - 30 seconds per side. Remove from the heat.

Prepare the air fryer fries: Pat the potato strips dry with a towel or paper towel. In a bowl, toss the potato strips with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any desired seasonings. Place the seasoned potatoes in the preheated air fryer and cook for about 15-20 minutes, shaking or flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy, and season with salt immediately to taste.

Preheat the oven to 350℉ (176℃).

Spread the inside of the rolls with ketchup and mustard (optional); place half of the cheese on the bottom layer of buns. Layer the beef patties, then top with the remaining cheese and the pickles. Cover with the top half of the buns.

Brush the tops of the rolls all over with olive oil. Bake for about 8 - 10 minutes or until the cheese is melty and the tops of the rolls are golden and toasted. Pull sliders apart and serve warm.

Serve the sliders with fries and soda. Serve with ketchup or your choice of condiments on the side.