Glazed Ham Loaf Recipe
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 20 minutes
Description: Wow your friends with this succulent ham loaf. The glaze adds just the right touch. Excellent for dinner parties, Easter, or special events. This recipe came from a friend who is a chef.
Recipe Category: Ham
Keywords: Pork, Meat, Potluck, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Less than 4 Hours
Aggregated Rating: 4.5 stars
Review Count: 10
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 543.3
- Fat Content: 37.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 13.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 141.5mg
- Sodium Content: 1100mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 28.9g
- Fiber Content: 0.4g
- Sugar Content: 22.1g
- Protein Content: 22g
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. ground sausage
- 1 lb. ground pork
- 2 eggs
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup cider vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cornstarch (for thickening)
Instructions:
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Prepare Meat Mixture:
- Have the ground sausage and ground pork ground together to form a 2 lb. combination mixture. Bring it to room temperature. This step is not included in the prep time.
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Mix Meat and Bread Crumbs:
- In a large bowl, lightly but thoroughly combine the meat mixture with bread crumbs. You can use your hands for this step if necessary.
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Prepare Sauce:
- In a medium bowl, beat the eggs, then add sour cream, chopped onion, lemon juice, curry powder, ground ginger, prepared mustard, nutmeg, paprika, and black pepper. Mix well to combine. Pour this sauce over the meat mixture and blend everything together evenly.
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Shape and Bake:
- Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a well-oiled shallow baking dish. Note that this mixture isn’t packed into a loaf pan; it’s a free-standing long loaf shape. Bake the loaf uncovered for 1 hour.
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Prepare Basting Sauce:
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, mix together brown sugar, water, cider vinegar, and any remaining spices. Bring the mixture to a boil. Thicken the sauce with cornstarch mixed with water as needed.
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Baste and Finish Baking:
- After the ham loaf has baked for 45 minutes, remove it from the oven and drain off any excess grease. Spoon the prepared basting sauce over the ham loaf and continue baking for another 15 minutes. Baste the loaf every few minutes with the sauce until it’s done cooking.
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Rest and Serve:
- Let the ham loaf sit for at least 10 minutes before cutting into it. This allows the loaf to retain its shape. Once rested, slice and serve. Enjoy!
This Glazed Ham Loaf recipe is a delightful twist on a classic dish, perfect for any occasion. The combination of ground sausage and pork, along with the flavorful glaze, ensures a succulent and memorable meal every time. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, celebrating Easter, or simply craving a comforting dish, this recipe is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, follow the simple steps, and get ready to indulge in a delicious culinary creation that will leave your taste buds craving more.
