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ham loaf

Recipe by
jeff norris

I don't remember how this recipe got it's beginnings,but it is a family & friends favorite.My dad is almost 90 years old and still loves this.I buy a large ham shank & pork loin, cut them up and grind the meat myself since I have my own grinder.This will usually be enough meat for about 6 loafs,the extras are frozen and given to family.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 1 Hr 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For ham loaf

  • 1 1/4 lb
    ground ham
  • 3/4 lb
    ground pork
  • 2
    eggs
  • 1/2 c
    milk
  • 1 c
    crushed ritz crackers
  • TOPPING
  • 1/3 c
    brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1/4 c
    ketchup
  • 1 Tbsp
    mustard
  • 2 Tbsp
    vinegar
  • 1 c
    water

How To Make ham loaf

  • 1
    Combine ham, pork, eggs,milk,& crackers.Mix together,put into a 9"x13" baking dish.
  • 2
    Flatten mixture out in the dish,then form into a loaf leaving about 1" around all sides.
  • 3
    Place in preheated 350 degree oven for 45 minutes. While meat is baking,combine topping ingredients in a saucepan,bring to a boil while stirring,then remove from heat.
  • 4
    Remove meat from oven after 45 minutes,remove any excess grease,pour topping over meat,place back in oven for another 45 minutes,baste ocassionally.If top is getting too brown, place a piece of foil on dish.Remove from oven,let sit for 5-10 minutes before slicing.Enjoy!

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