Cranberry Ham Loaf Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine ground ham, breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings. Mix well.
• STEP 3.Transfer the ham mixture to the greased loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
• STEP 4.In a separate bowl, mix together cranberry sauce, brown sugar, and mustard.
• STEP 5.Spread the cranberry sauce mixture over the top of the ham loaf.
• STEP 6.Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
• STEP 7.Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
• STEP 8.Serve the Cranberry Ham Loaf warm with additional cranberry sauce on the side.

Cooking Tips

• You can use leftover ham or purchase ground ham from the deli.
• If you prefer a sweeter flavor, you can add a bit more brown sugar to the cranberry sauce.
• Make sure to let the ham loaf rest before slicing to allow the flavors to meld together.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover Cranberry Ham Loaf can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place slices of the ham loaf in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
• Serve the reheated ham loaf with additional cranberry sauce and your favorite side dishes.