Ham Loaf
📜 Collection: Dwayne Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Entrees A classic, hearty ham loaf made from a savory blend of ground ham and pork, bound with eggs and cracker crumbs. Topped with a tangy vinegar glaze, this comforting main dish bakes to golden perfection.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 1.5 hours | None | 8-10 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Loaf pan
- Measuring cups
- Blender
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 5 lbs | Meat | 3 lbs ham, 2 lbs pork, have butcher grind well together |
| 4 | Eggs | Beaten |
| 2 cups | Cracker Crumbs | Crushed in blender |
| 1 to 1 1/2 cups | Milk | As needed for moisture |
| 1 | Green Pepper | Chopped |
Glaze
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 5 tbsp | White Vinegar | Measured into cup and filled with water |
Instructions
Step 1: Mixing and Shaping
- Combine the 5 lbs meat (3 lbs ham and 2 lbs pork), 4 eggs, 2 cups cracker crumbs, 1 to 1 1/2 cups milk, and chopped 1 green pepper.
- Work with hands until thoroughly combined, then shape into 2 ham loaves and place in loaf pans.
Step 2: Baking and Glazing
- Bake the 2 ham loaves covered for 1 hour at 350 degrees F.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 1/2 hour.
- Combine the 5 tbsp white vinegar with enough water to fill a measuring cup, pour over the top, and baste with it while the loaves finish baking until cooked through and golden brown.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: The loaves can be shaped ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.
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