Make-Ahead Sandwiches

1-1/2 lbs. ground beef

3/4 C. chopped onion

3/4 C. ketchup

3/4 C. chopped dill pickles or sweet pickles

1-1/2 t. salt

1/4 t. garlic powder

1/8 t. hot pepper sauce

1-1/2 C. shredded mozzarella cheese

12 hot dog buns, split

Cook beef and onion. Drain. Stir in ketchup, pickles, salt, pepper, garlic powder and hot sauce. Heat through. Stir in the cheese. Place about 1/3 cup mixture on bottom half of buns and cover with the tops. Wrap in heavy foil and freeze.

To serve, bake in foil at 400° F. for 30 - 35 minutes or until heated through.