Self Basting Ham Loaf
Elevate your dinner table with this irresistibly flavorful Self-Basting Ham Loaf, a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy goodness. Made with a blend of ground ham and pork, breadcrumbs, and a touch of creamy milk, this loaf boasts a tender, juicy texture in every bite. The real magic lies in its self-basting glaze—a luscious mixture of brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, mustard, and honey that caramelizes beautifully as it bakes, infusing each slice with mouthwatering flavor. With minimal prep time and a straightforward basting technique, this recipe guarantees a foolproof, moist, and delicious dish that’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday feasts. Slice, serve, and watch this crowd-pleaser disappear! Keywords: ham loaf recipe, self-basting glaze, baked ham loaf, savory and sweet, easy family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground ham
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 0.5 tsp salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground ham, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan, or shape it directly onto a lined baking sheet.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, mustard, and honey. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth, forming a glaze.
Pour half of the glaze mixture evenly over the top of the ham loaf.
Place the ham loaf in the preheated oven and bake for 90 minutes, basting with the remaining glaze every 20-30 minutes. This ensures the ham loaf remains moist and flavorful.
After 90 minutes, check the internal temperature of the loaf with a meat thermometer. It should read at least 160°F (71°C) to ensure it's fully cooked.
Remove the ham loaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3021 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.5 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.1 g | 256% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 888 mg | 296% | |
| Sodium | 9109 mg | 396% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.5 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 124.4 g | ||
| Protein | 218.7 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 489 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1616 mg | 34% | |
*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.
