Featured Maple Leaf Product: Broiled Meatballs, 10 g each (#40118)
French Onion Meatballs on a Bun – NEW
Recipe Information
Method
- The day before thaw the meatballs in steam table pan under refrigeration at <4'C/40'F.
- Prepare the caramelized onions. In a large skillet, heat the margarine on medium heat until melted. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring until softened and lightly browned; about 10 minutes. If the onion begins to brown too quickly, turn the heat down to medium-low. After 10 minutes, add salt, sugar and cook for an additional 2 minutes; set aside.
- Prepare the beef gravy according to package directions. Add the thawed meatballs and heat for 8-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165'F/74'C held for 15 seconds. Remove from heat and add caramelized onions.
- Slice the buns in half and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread 1 tsp/5 mls of garlic spread on the top side of the bun.
- Place 6 meatballs with gravy/caramelized onion mixture on the bottom of each bun. Sprinkle 10 g of shredded swiss cheese on top of the meatballs. Place in a convection oven at 325'F/165'F for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve immediately. Sprinkle with parsley and cut the sandwich in half.
Yield
25 servings
Portion Size
1 each (200 g/7 oz)
Category
Beef
Suggested Accompaniments
Serve with slices of tomato and honey glazed carrots (sides not included in the nutritional information)
Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 17.9 g |
| Carbohydrates | 36.4 g |
| Total Fat | 19.4 g |
| Trans Fats | 0.01 g |
| Saturated Fat | 5 g |
| Cholesterol | 44 mg |
| Total Sugars | 3 g |
| Total Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g |
| Calcium | 127 mg |
| Potassium | 253 mg |
| Sodium | 826 mg |
| Iron | 3.4 mg |
| Vitamin A | 78.47 RE |
| Vitamin C | 2.31 mg |
| Calories from Protein | 18 % |
Ingredients
| Metric | Imperial | |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Leaf Meatballs, broiled, 10 g each, thawed | 1.5 kg | 3 lbs 5 oz |
| Margarine | 125 ml | 1/2 cup |
| Onions, fresh, sliced | 780 g | 1 lbs 11 oz |
| Table Salt | 5 ml | 1 tsp |
| Sugar | 15 ml | 3 Tbsp |
| Beef Gravy, low sodium, prepared | 750 ml | 3 cups |
| Hoagie Bun or Submarine Bun, 3" length, 55 g each | 25 each | 25 each |
| Garlic Spread, RTS | 125 ml | 1/2 cup |
| Swiss Cheese, shredded | 250 g | 8.8 oz |