Maple-Dijon Ham and White Bean Sliders in the Crockpot

Looking for a fun way to use up leftover ham or a simple weeknight meal that the whole family will love? These Maple-Dijon Ham and White Bean Sliders are the answer. By using your slow cooker to create a deeply flavorful, tender filling, you can prep this in minutes and have a cozy, crowd-pleasing dinner ready when you are. Serve the savory, creamy mixture on toasted slider buns for an easy meal that perfectly captures those fall comfort food cravings.

Ingredients

• 2 lb cooked ham, diced
• 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup grainy dijon mustard
• 1 tsp dried sage
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 12 slider buns
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup shredded mild white cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. In your slow cooker, combine the diced ham, rinsed white beans, maple syrup, dijon mustard, dried sage, black pepper, and chicken broth.
2. Stir well to ensure the ham and beans are evenly coated in the maple-dijon mixture.
3. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the mixture is hot and fragrant.
4. About 15 minutes before serving, preheat your oven to 350 F.
5. Slice the slider buns in half and place the bottom halves on a baking sheet.
6. Spoon the warm ham and bean mixture onto the bottom buns, then top with shredded white cheddar.
7. Place the top buns over the mixture and brush with melted butter.
8. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the buns are toasted and the cheese has melted.

Tips

• You can keep the ham and bean mixture warm on the LOW setting for up to 2 hours before assembling.
• Add a few tablespoons of sour cream or heavy cream after cooking if you prefer a thicker, creamier consistency.
• This mixture is freezer-friendly; let it cool completely before storing in an airtight container for up to 3 months.