Source: MRS 2025
MRS: 4185.1 — Sandwiches (4000s)

Ham and Cheese on a Bun - USDA Foods

Meal Component Contribution:
2 oz. eq. meat/meat alternate, 2 oz. eq. whole grains
Number of Portions: 50  Size of Portion: 1 sandwich
Recipe HACCP Process: #1 - No cook
Meat/Meat Alternate Whole Grains
  •  Meat/Meat Alternate
  •  Whole Grains

INGREDIENT
MEASURE (FOR 50 SERVINGS)
Ham, Cooked, Sliced, #100187-USDA Foods
8  pounds
Tomatoes, Whole, Red, Ripe, Raw, #4110
6 1/4 medium, whole
Lettuce, Shredded, #4008
1  pound
Pickles, Dill Slices, #2813
100  slices
Cheese, American Process, Sliced, #1308
1  pound + 9  ounces
Bun, Hamburger, WGR, #1228
50  buns
DIRECTIONS

1.

Thaw the ham and cheese in the refrigerator.
Thaw the buns according to the case or package directions. 

CCP for the ham and cheese: Cover and hold under refrigeration (41 degrees F or lower) until ready for service.

2.

Weigh 2½ ounces of sliced ham to determine the portion size.

3.

Cover the ham with plastic wrap and refrigerate it until sandwich assembly.

CCP: Cover and hold under refrigeration (41 degrees F or lower) until ready for assembly.

4.

TRIMMINGS:

  • Rinse the tomatoes under cool, running water, then drain them thoroughly.
  • Core and thinly slice the tomatoes, about 8 slices per tomato.
  • Portion 1/8 cup lettuce, 1 tomato slice, and 2 pickle slices in individual portion containers.
  • Cover and refrigerate the trimmings until ready for service.

CCP:  Hold under refrigeration (41 degrees F or lower) until ready for service.

5.

SANDWICH ASSEMBLY:

  • Place 24 bottom parts of the hamburger buns on each sheet pan, 4 down and 6 across.

  • Portion 2½ ounces of ham and ½ ounce of cheese (1 slice) onto the bottom portions of hamburger buns.

  • Cover with the top part of the bun.
  • Sandwiches may also be wrapped in deli paper, waxed paper, foil sheets, plastic wrap or placed in sandwich bags.
  • Place each sandwich in a steamtable pans (12" x 20" x 2½") lined with pan liners.
  • Prepare the sandwiches in batches to maintain quality.

Serve immediately, or cover the pan and refrigerate until ready for service.

CCP: Cover and refrigerate at 41 degrees F or lower. Hold for service.

6.

OPTIONAL INSTRUCTION: Heat the sandwiches for 5 -7 minutes in a 350 degree F oven as needed for line service.

Cover the sandwiches with tented foil and place them in a warmer until ready for service.

CCP: Cover and hold for service at 135 degrees F or higher.

7.

Portion 1 sandwich with trimmings per 2½ oz. eq. meat/meat alternate and 2 oz. eq. whole grains.

CCP: Hold and maintain the product at a minimum temperature of 41 degrees F. Check temperature every 30 minutes. Cover, label, and date any unassembled leftover ingredients. Discard any leftover assembled product.

Production Notes

- Thaw the ham and cheese in the refrigerator.
- Thaw the buns according to the package or case directions.
- Use USDA Foods products when available.

Serving Notes

Have condiment options available for selection by students. Condiments have not been included in this nutrient analysis – remember to include them in the weekly menu nutrient analysis.

Purchasing Guide

Refer to the USDA FNS Food Buying Guide for School Meal Programs and/or the item's product formulation statement for quantities to purchase if the recipe is altered.

Miscellaneous Notes

If changes are made in ingredients, check the crediting information and re-calculate the nutrition analysis.

Nutrients Per Serving
Calories
273
Carbohydrates
34.00 g
Dietary Fiber
2.30 g
Protein
18.90 g
Sodium
1047.00 mg
Total Fat
8.80 g
Sat. Fat
3.60 g
Trans Fat
0.00 g


Illustrated Presentation of Ham and Cheese on a Bun - USDA Foods
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1 serving of Ham and Cheese on a Bun.