Apple Raisin Sauce for Baked Ham
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Description: In our home, baked ham was reserved for the holidays. Always decorated with pineapple rings, cherries, and studded with cloves it still never did it for me. Then, recently, someone served this wonderful sauce over that traditional baked ham, that made my taste buds smile. I hope you will too when you try it. It’s so simple and quick to make.
Recipe Category: Sauces
Keywords: Dessert, Apple, Fruit, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 15 Mins, Easy
Nutritional Information per Serving (1/4 cup):
- Calories: 52.2
- Fat Content: 1.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 3mg
- Sodium Content: 40.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 10.8g
- Fiber Content: 0.2g
- Sugar Content: 8.9g
- Protein Content: 0.1g
Servings: Makes about 1 cup
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 cup raisins
Instructions:
- In a saucepan, combine all the ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 3 teaspoons cornstarch, a pinch of salt, 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/8 cup raisins.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly to ensure the sugar dissolves evenly and the ingredients combine well.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes, or until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. The sauce should have a glossy appearance and a slightly thickened consistency.
- Once the sauce has reached the desired thickness, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Serve the apple raisin sauce warm over baked ham slices or as a condiment alongside your favorite holiday dishes.
- Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Simply reheat it gently on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving again.
This delightful apple raisin sauce adds a burst of flavor and sweetness to your baked ham, transforming a traditional dish into something truly special. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, it’s the perfect finishing touch for any holiday feast or special occasion. So why not give it a try and watch as your guests’ faces light up with delight at the unexpected twist on a classic favorite! 🍏🍇
