Tropical Ham-Pineapple Delight: A Savory Ring Recipe

Description: This delightful recipe for Elegant Ham-Pineapple Rings, often prepared by my mother for entertaining guests, is a lovely blend of flavors and textures. The serving size can vary, accommodating either one or two rings per person, depending on individual appetites. While my mother traditionally used ground ham and beef, I’ve found that substituting ground turkey ham for pork and ground turkey for beef yields a similarly delicious dish, although using turkey for both meats may not deliver the best results. These rings pair beautifully with a fluffy rice pilaf and a fresh salad on the side, making for a well-rounded meal.

Recipe Category: Ham
Keywords: Pineapple, Pork, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Meat, Beginner Cook, < 4 Hours, Easy

Ingredients

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 300°F (150°C), allowing it to reach the perfect temperature for baking.

2. Prepare the Meat Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meats (smoked ham, ground beef, and ground turkey), breadcrumbs, eggs, and milk. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.

3. Form Patties: Shape the mixture into 16 evenly sized patties, ensuring they are compact enough to hold their shape during baking.

4. Create the Sandwiches: Take a slice of pineapple and place it between two of the meat patties to create a “sandwich.” Poke a hole through the center of each sandwich to allow for even cooking and flavor absorption.

5. Bake: Arrange the sandwiches in a baking pan and place them in the preheated oven. Bake for 1 ½ hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

6. Prepare the Sauce: While the rings bake, mix together the brown sugar, dried mustard, vinegar, and reserved pineapple juice in a separate bowl. This sauce will enhance the patties with a delightful glaze.

7. Glaze the Patties: After the ham-pineapple rings have been in the oven for a short time, pour the brown sugar mixture over the patties, ensuring they are well-coated as they continue to bake.

8. Variation: For a lighter version, you may halve the amount of meat used and serve each ring as a pineapple slice topping a single meat patty. If opting for this variation, reduce the baking time to 1 hour to ensure the patties remain moist.

Enjoy this scrumptious dish that brings together the sweetness of pineapple with the savory goodness of ham and turkey, making it a wonderful addition to any meal!