Lancaster County Ham Loaf Wow Wow Wow
Experience the comforting flavors of Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine with this Lancaster County Ham Loaf Wow Wow Wow recipe! Featuring a savory blend of ground smoked ham and ground pork, this dish achieves perfect balance with a rich, tangy glaze made from brown sugar, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, and water. Easy to prepare yet bursting with remarkable flavor, this mouthwatering ham loaf comes together in under 20 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection with a tender, juicy texture. Perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings, serve it warm alongside classic sides like mashed potatoes or green beans for a nostalgic meal that's sure to impress. Make this one-of-a-kind ham loaf the centerpiece of your table and savor the irresistible flavors of Lancaster County!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground smoked ham
- 1 pound ground pork
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground smoked ham and ground pork until evenly mixed.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Pour the mixture over the ham and pork.
Add the breadcrumbs to the bowl and mix thoroughly until the ingredients come together into a uniform loaf mixture.
Transfer the ham loaf mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down evenly into the pan.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer and remove from heat.
Pour half of the glaze over the ham loaf, spreading it evenly with a spoon or brush.
Place the loaf in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour. After 30 minutes, pour the remaining glaze over the top of the loaf.
After 1 hour, check the internal temperature of the loaf; it should reach 160°F (71°C). If it hasn’t, bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, checking regularly.
Remove the ham loaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm, and enjoy with sides like mashed potatoes or green beans for a comforting and memorable meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3325 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.3 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.9 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1176 mg | 392% | |
| Sodium | 10732 mg | 467% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.0 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 99.1 g | ||
| Protein | 296.4 g | 593% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 694 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2426 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
