Looking for a comforting and flavorful main course or appetizer? Look no further than hearty ham balls! These easy-to-make morsels are packed with succulent ham, savory seasonings, and a tender, moist center. Bursting with umami-rich goodness, ham balls are sure to be a hit at your next family gathering, potluck, or game day party. They can be served as a standalone dish, alongside salads or sides, or atop a bed of rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes. With their versatility and deliciousness, ham balls are a must-try for any food enthusiast.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
OLD FASHIONED HAM BALLS
Recipe lightly adapted from and with thanks to Foodie with Family
Provided by Mary Younkin
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease (2) 9x13 baking dishes with oil and set aside. Use the coarse setting on your meat grinder to grind the leftover ham. If you don't have a meat grinder, you can use a food processor to pulse until it is chopped like hamburger meat.
- Combine all the meatball ingredients in a large bowl and mix with your hands until combined. Roll into 1 1/2" - 2" meatballs. I use a medium size cookie scoop to scoop them all the same size before smoothing them with my hands. Arrange the meatballs in the baking pans and set aside.
- Whisk together all the glaze ingredients in a medium size saucepan over medium high heat. Bring to a boil, whisking until the sugar has dissolved. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 4-5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
- Pour the glaze over the ham balls, dividing it between the two pans. Bake the ham balls, uncovered, for 75-85 minutes, until the ham balls have browned and the sauce has reduced to a syrupy consistency. Enjoy!
- FREEZER MEAL: Let the meatballs cool and then transfer to a freezer safe Ziploc or an airtight container. Pour all remaining glaze over them and press out any air. Let thaw in the refrigerator before reheating covered in the oven, on the stove-top or in the microwave.
HAM BALLS
This is my newest, favorite meatball recipe. If you like a sweet twist, you'll like this one. The meatballs will be slightly pink inside when done because of the pork, so do not overbake them!
Provided by Beth
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham Brown Sugar
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ham, pork OR sausage, and the ground beef. Stir in the milk, eggs and graham cracker crumbs and mix well. Form into large balls about 2 inches in diameter and place them in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate medium bowl, combine the soup, vinegar, brown sugar and mustard powder. Mix well and pour over the meatballs.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until internal meat temperature reaches 160 degrees F (73 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.1 g, Cholesterol 172.8 mg, Fat 33 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 39.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 1388.4 mg, Sugar 36.1 g
HAM BALLS
This tasty midwestern dish is ready to win the hearts of your family! With a thick, zesty brown sugar glaze, these delicious ham balls are the best addition to your dinner rotation!
Provided by Alyssa Rivers
Categories Dinner
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grind your ham up in the food processor. In a large bowl add the ham, pork, beaten egg, graham cracker crumbs, milk, salt, pepper, and parsley. Combine all the ingredients together.
- Take about two tablespoons out and roll into a ball with your hands. Place into a greased 9x13 baking sheet. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
- While the ham balls are baking, in a medium-sized pot over medium heat whisk together the ketchup, sugar, mustard, and vinegar. After 2 minutes reduce to a simmer. The last 5 mins of the balls baking, for the sauce over the entire thing. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Sodium 385 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 26 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
HEARTY HAM BALLS
A very special lady shared this recipe with me. She asked me to make these ham balls when I cooked at her nursing home. Everyone enjoyed them there--any my family does too.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 1h10m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the ham, beef, pork, cracker crumbs, eggs and milk; mix well. Shape into 48 balls. Place in two greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dishes. Combine the remaining ingredients; Pour over ham balls. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 45-50 minutes or until browned, basting several times.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 100.4 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 948 mg, Sugar 13.9 g
HEARTY HAM BALLS
A very special lady shared this recipe with me. She asked me to make these ham balls when I cooked at her nursing home. Everyone enjoyed them there--any my family does too.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 1h10m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the ham, beef, pork, cracker crumbs, eggs and milk; mix well. Shape into 48 balls. Place in two greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dishes. Combine the remaining ingredients; Pour over ham balls. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 45-50 minutes or until browned, basting several times.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 100.4 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 948 mg, Sugar 13.9 g
HAM BALLS WITH MUSTARD DILL SAUCE
My husband and I both come from large families, so I'm always cooking up something in the kitchen. These hearty ham balls with a tangy sauce are a hit served over noodles.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine ham, pork, eggs, cornflake crumbs, 1/3 cup milk, onion, 2 teaspoons mustard and pepper; shape into 1-in. balls. , In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ham balls in oil. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until juices run clear. , Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour. Add remaining milk, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in sour cream, salt, dill and remaining mustard; heat through but do not boil. , Place ham balls on a serving platter and top with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 725 calories, Fat 69g fat (37g saturated fat), Cholesterol 237mg cholesterol, Sodium 1398mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 20g protein.
Tips:
- Use a food processor to quickly and easily grind the ham.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can finely chop the ham by hand.
- Be sure to use fresh bread crumbs, as they will help to bind the ham balls together.
- If you don't have fresh bread crumbs, you can make your own by toasting a few slices of bread and then grinding them in a food processor.
- Season the ham balls generously with salt and pepper.
- You can add other spices to the ham balls, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Be careful not to overcook the ham balls, as they will become dry and tough.
- Serve the ham balls with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Ham balls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give ham balls a try. You won't be disappointed!
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