Italian Beef Sandwich Kit - 8 Pack
Italian Beef Sandwiches are as synonymous with Chicago as any food can be and for as long as they’ve been a part of the Windy City, the Buona family’s been a part of making them. Buona, The Official Italian Beef of Chicago Sports, starts with lean all-natural choice sirloin which is seasoned with Italian spices, seared at high heat then slow roasted for hours to produce their famous gravy. It is then hand-sliced thinly, layered on Italian bread and topped with Chicago’s finest extras: peppers, giardiniera, cheese, red sauce or extra gravy—however you like it!
Italian Beef Sandwiches are as synonymous with Chicago as any food can be and for as long as they’ve been a part of the Windy City, the Buona family’s been a part of making them. Buona, The Official Italian Beef of Chicago Sports, starts with lean all-natural choice sirloin which is seasoned with Italian spices, seared at high heat then slow roasted for hours to produce their famous gravy. It is then hand-sliced thinly, layered on Italian bread and topped with Chicago’s finest extras: peppers, giardiniera, cheese, red sauce or extra gravy—however you like it!
More Details
This sandwich kit makes 8 Italian Beef Sandwiches and includes:
- One 4 lbs. container of Italian Beef & Gravy
- 8 French Rolls (each 5 inch)
- 1 Jar of Giardiniera Peppers (16 oz.)
- Storage and heating instructions
Instructions / Storage
- Buona Beef is made fresh, frozen and shipped with dry ice which may thaw partially or fully during transit
- Upon arrival, place the package in the refrigerator or freezer
- To serve, follow the heating instructions below. For best results, thaw beef & gravy for 2-3 days in the refrigerator
- Beef & Gravy can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for 3 months
- Hot Giardiniera can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 months
- French rolls can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for 3 months
Heating & Serving Instructions
Stove Top Method:
- Pour thawed beef & gravy into a large saucepan and heat over medium heat for 5 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165F, stirring occasionally
- Do not allow beef to come to a boil!
- Stir well and serve
Microwave Oven – Thawed:
- Pour thawed beef & gravy into a microwaveable container and microwave for 2-3 minutes. Stir. Then microwave for 1-2 minutes more or until internal temperature reaches 165F
- Reduce heat time for smaller portions
- Stir well and serve
Microwave Oven – Frozen:
- Place frozen contents into a microwaveable container and thaw on defrost cycle for 10 minutes or according to manufacturer’s directions
- Microwave on high for 2 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165F
- Stir well and serve
Assembling Your Sandwich:
- Place 4-6 forkfuls of beef on a French roll, from end to end, allowing gravy to soak into bread (For a juicier sandwich, dip both ends of bread or the entire sandwich into the gravy)
- Top with hot giardiniera if desired and enjoy!
Shipping Details
- Items are prepared fresh and shipped directly from the shop
- Buona Beef ships Monday through Thursday of each week
- Orders cannot be shipped to P.O. Boxes
- Orders shipped to Alaska and Hawaii via 2-day will incur an additional $20 charge or $35 for Overnight Shipping. Sorry guys!
