Super Sloppy Joe with GroundPro Lentils
This recipe meets the USDA guidelines for K12 and childcare programs. It was developed by HSUS’s expert chefs and approved by HSUS’s registered dietitians. You can find this recipe below for 50 servings and for 100 servings.
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Process #2 – Same day service
Skill level: Basic
Servings: 50
Ingredients
7 pounds GroundPro lentil crumbles, prepared *Follow package instructions
½ – 1 gallon BBQ sauce, prepared
50 Each Hamburger buns, whole grain
Servings: 100
Ingredients
14 pounds GroundPro lentil crumbles, prepared *Follow package instructions
1 – 2 gallons BBQ sauce, prepared
100 Each Hamburger buns, whole grain
Preparation
HACCP – Standard Operating Procedure – Use hand washing procedures before starting recipe.
1. Prepare lentil crumbles according to package instructions, either in the oven or steamer. Lentil preparation should take approximately 20 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, combine the lentil crumbles and half of the BBQ sauce. Mix well and add more BBQ sauce until desired consistency is reached.
3. Pour the sloppy joe mixture into steamtable pans. Cover and steam for approximately 10 minutes, until heated throughout.
HACCP Critical Control Point: Heat to a temperature of 150°F for 15 seconds.
HACCP Critical Control Point: Hold at internal temperature of 135°F or above.
HACCP Critical Control Point: Reheat leftover produce to 165°F or higher; reheat product only once.
Serving information
Use a #8 scoop (1/2 cup) to portion the sloppy joe mix on the hamburger bun.
Each sandwich provides 2 meat alternates and 2-ounces equivalent grains.
Nutrition information
Calories: 497 Total Fat: 6.4g Saturated Fat: 0.6g Monounsaturated Fat: 0g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g Trans Fat: 0g Cholesterol: 0mg Carbohydrate: 88g Fiber: 15g Total Sugars: 25g Protein: 16g Sodium: 539mg Vitamin A: 0μg Vitamin C: 21mg Calcium: 39mg Iron: 7mg Folate: 179μg