How to Make Gram's Ham Loaf - A Step-by-Step Guide

Gram's Ham Loaf is a beloved family recipe that has been passed down for generations. This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for family gatherings, holiday meals, or any time you're in the mood for a comforting and delicious meal. With a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors, this ham loaf is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Made with a combination of ground ham and pork, this loaf is moist, tender, and full of rich, smoky flavor. The addition of breadcrumbs, eggs...

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 2 ham loaves with sauce

  • 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

    447 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 114mg
    • Sodium: 972mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 31mg
    • Calcium: 96mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 496mg