This is an updated version of an old favorite.
Without the gravy this makes a great picnic fare.
Meatloaf
Focaccia Sandwiches
- 1 (33-ounce) package frozen
meatloaf in gravy
1 large sweet onion, halved and cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (10-ounce) package focaccia*
1 (6-ounce) package provolone cheese slices
2 cups mixed salad greens
- Microwave meatloaf according
to package directions; keep warm.
- Saute onion and sugar
in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 15 to 20
minutes or until golden.
- Stir together mayonnaise,
basil, and tomato paste. Carefully split focaccia bread in half
horizontally; place on a baking sheet, cut sides up. Spread mayonnaise
mixture over cut sides; top evenly with cheese slices.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C)
for 5 minutes or until cheese begins to melt; remove bread from
oven.
- Cut meatloaf into thin
slices; place evenly over bread. and sprinkle with onion and
salad greens. Cut sandwiches into 6 wedges, and serve open face
with meatloaf gravy.
Makes 6 servings.
*2 (10 oz.) packages Italian
bread shells may be substituted for split focaccia.
Recipe and photograph are
the property of Nestlé® and Meals.com, used with permission.
