Best 5 Thelmas Best Ham Loaf Recipes

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In search of culinary adventure? Look no further! Meet Thelma's Best Ham Loaf, an absolute showstopper dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave your dinner guests begging for more. Prepared with a harmonious blend of ground ham, aromatic spices, and a secret ingredient that adds an unexpected burst of flavor, this ham loaf is not your average meatloaf. Join us as we unveil the secrets behind this mouthwatering creation and guide you through the culinary journey of preparing Thelma's Best Ham Loaf, a dish destined to become a legend in your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HAM LOAF



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"I COPIED this recipe exactly the way Grandma has written it in her worn cookbook. The only difference today is that I can't get home-smoked ham like those Grandpa used to cure in his old-fashioned smokehouse. But that never matters to hungry folks at the table-Grandma's recipe is a winner every time!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs
1 cup milk
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pound ground fully cooked ham
1/2 pound ground pork
GLAZE:
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs; add milk, bread crumbs and pepper. Add ham and pork; mix well. In a shallow baking pan, shape meat mixture into an 8x4-in. oval. Insert a thermometer. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, combine glaze ingredients. Spoon over loaf. Bake 40 minutes longer or until the thermometer reads 170°, basting occasionally with glaze.

Nutrition Facts :

HAM LOAF I



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This was a favorite recipe of our Mom's for Sunday dinner. We all loved it, and I'm sure you will too. Ground ham is formed into a meatloaf and baked in the oven.

Provided by Pam

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham     Brown Sugar

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds ground ham
1 ½ pounds ground pork
2 eggs
1 cup dried bread crumbs
1 cup evaporated milk
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon mustard powder
¼ cup cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the ham, pork, eggs, bread crumbs, evaporated milk, salt and ground black pepper. Mix all together well and form into a loaf. Place loaf into a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 90 minutes.
  • While the loaf is baking, combine the brown sugar, mustard powder and vinegar. Mix well and pour over the loaf in the final 15 minutes of baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 759.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40.5 g, Cholesterol 223.6 mg, Fat 42.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 50.7 g, SaturatedFat 16.1 g, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 30.9 g

GRAM'S HAM LOAF



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Famous Western Pennsylvania Ham Loaf. Perfect way to use up left over smoked ham after Christmas or Easter. Be sure to serve it with a generous amount of sauce. We use a hand-held meat grinder that belonged to my husband's great-grandmother - doesn't take long and is somewhat nostalgic.

Provided by Saylor Mom

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham     Brown Sugar

Time 2h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds ground smoked ham
2 pounds ground pork
2 cups crushed graham crackers
1 ½ cups evaporated milk
3 eggs, beaten
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup white vinegar
½ cup water
1 tablespoon ground dry mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet or jellyroll pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, mix the smoked ham and ground pork together until thoroughly mixed, and lightly mix in the graham crackers, evaporated milk, and eggs. Form the mixture into two loaves, and place the loaves onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • In a saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk together the tomato soup, brown sugar, vinegar, water, and dry mustard until well combined. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring to dissolve the brown sugar. Pour about 1 cup of sauce over each ham loaf, reserving remaining sauce.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours. Slice and serve with reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 114.4 mg, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 971.8 mg, Sugar 20.4 g

HAM LOAF



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Make and share this Ham Loaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by domesticatedmom

Categories     Ham

Time 1h35m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 beaten eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup finely chopped saltine
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper (i like a little more)
1 lb fully cooked ground ham
1 lb ground pork
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • combine eggs, milk, saltines, onion and 1/2 tsp dry mustard, and pepper.
  • Add ham and pork.
  • Mix well.
  • Shape into loaf and place in a 13x9x2 baking pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 1 hours
  • For Glaze: combine Brown sugar, vinegar, and 1/2 tsp dry mustard.
  • Spoon glaze over loaf.
  • Bake additional 20 minutes, basting with glaze.

HAM LOAF



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From James Reeson Alive and Cooking and looks interesting and a meatloaf with a twist. Times are estimated. Our ham slices are about the size of a saucer.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Meat

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices ham (thin cut of the bone)
500 g minced beef (ground beef)
1/2 onion (finely chopped)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven at 200°C.
  • In a large bowl mix the mince, onion, salt, pepper, garlic, tomato paste and curry powder then mix well until smooth.
  • Lay down a long sheet of aluminium foil, then place a sheet of baking paper over the spray with the oil and then lay down the 4 slices of ham with the edges overlapping.
  • Spread the mince mixture over two thirds of the ham then roll up like a swiss roll.
  • Roll the baking paper into a bon-bon shape then roll with the alfoil and crimp the edges.
  • Place onto an oven tray with a splash of water to cover the bottom.
  • Bake at 200C for 25 to 30 minutes, then remove the foil and paper and slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 85, Sodium 292, Carbohydrate 3.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.6, Protein 23.8

Tips:

  • Choose the right ham: Use a fully cooked ham that is not too salty. If the ham is too salty, it will overpower the other flavors in the loaf.
  • Grind the ham finely: This will help the ham to bind together and create a smooth texture.
  • Use a variety of spices: This will add flavor and depth to the loaf. Some good options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper.
  • Don't overmix the ingredients: Overmixing can make the loaf tough.
  • Bake the loaf in a covered dish: This will help to keep the loaf moist.
  • Let the loaf cool completely before slicing: This will help the loaf to hold its shape.

Conclusion:

Ham loaf is a versatile and delicious dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or sandwich. It's also a great way to use up leftover ham. With so many variations to choose from, there's sure to be a ham loaf recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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