**Ham and Pineapple Dinner: A Sweet and Savory Treat**
If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that is bursting with flavor, look no further than ham and pineapple dinner. This classic combination of sweet and savory is sure to please the whole family. The best part is that there are endless ways to prepare this dish, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. This article features three delicious ham and pineapple recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. From a simple skillet dinner to a more elaborate baked casserole, there's something for everyone. So, gather your ingredients and let's get cooking!
HAM SLICES WITH PINEAPPLE
"My husband is so fond of this dish that I often double the recipe," reports Donna Warner of Tavares, Florida. "I mix the leftovers with macaroni and cheese and add a can of cheddar cheese soup for a quick casserole."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Add enough water to juice to measure 1/2 cup; set aside. In a large nonstick skillet, lightly brown pineapple and ham. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, melt butter. Whisk in cornstarch and mustard until smooth. Stir in sherry or apple juice and reserved pineapple juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with ham and pineapple.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 1157mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BAKED HAM WITH PINEAPPLE
I first learned the technique for cooking pineapple ham for a themed dinner my husband and I hosted. Since it was widely known as the symbol of hospitality, pineapple was the star ingredient on our menu and on this lovely baked ham. -JoAnn Fox, Johnson City, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h10m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place ham in roasting pan. Score the surface with shallow diagonal cuts, making diamond shapes; insert cloves into diamonds. Cover and bake at 325° for 1-1/2 hours. Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup of the juice. Combine brown sugar and reserved pineapple juice; pour over ham. Arrange pineapple slices and cherries on ham. Bake, uncovered, 30-45 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 140° and the ham is heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 924mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 17g protein.
HAM AND PINEAPPLE DINNER
A great take on a Hawaiian-style dinner. This one's great for that leftover ham. Cubed ham sauteed with onions and pineapple in a sweet sauce. Kids love it and it's great served over rice or noodles.
Provided by MELISSA00
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham Brown Sugar
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute the ham, onions and pineapple chunks in the butter for about 5 minutes.
- In a separate medium bowl, combine the pineapple juice, vinegar, brown sugar, mustard and cornstarch. Stir this together well and pour over the ham mixture in the skillet. Stir well and allow to heat through and thicken, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 65.1 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 1258.8 mg, Sugar 24.5 g
HAM WITH PINEAPPLE
A classic baked ham with a simple but tasty sweet brown sugar and pineapple glaze. This main dish will receive applause for its beautiful presentation as well as the irresistible flavor. You will definitely want to have some leftovers!
Provided by NODIETSFORME
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham Whole
Time 4h20m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C).
- Place ham in a roasting pan. Score the rind of the ham with a diamond pattern. Press a clove into the center of each diamond. Drain the juice from the pineapple rings into a medium bowl, and stir in the brown sugar and lemon-lime soda. Coat the ham with this mixture. Arrange the pineapple rings over the outside of the ham. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple ring, and secure with a toothpick.
- Bake uncovered for 4 to 5 hours, basting frequently with the juices, until the internal temperature of the ham is 160 degrees F (72 degrees C). Be sure the meat thermometer is not touching the bone. Remove toothpicks before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 586 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 133.3 mg, Fat 36.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 46.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 2564.4 mg, Sugar 10.4 g
SIMPLE HAM AND PINEAPPLE DINNER
Make and share this Simple Ham and Pineapple Dinner recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Winnipeg Mel
Categories Ham
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put juice from pineapple in a small saucepan, reserving pineapple rings.
- Add orange juice concentrate, mustard and cornstarch to saucepan.
- Cook and stir over medium heat until bubbly and thick, about 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- Cut ham into 8 slices.
- Arrange in a 9 x 13 baking dish.
- Top each slice of ham with a pineapple ring.
- Pour sauce evenly on top.
- Cover with foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes at 350 F, until ham is fully heated and sauce is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.3, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 34, Sodium 1308.1, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 11.4, Protein 24.4
SKILLET GRILLED HAM WITH GLAZED PINEAPPLE
Serve this easy skillet-grilled ham topped with glazed pineapple for an elegant dinner - ready in just 20 minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Remove skillet from heat; spray with cooking spray. Add ham; cook 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until browned. Remove from skillet; keep warm.
- In medium bowl, toss pineapple, syrup and curry powder.
- In same skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add pineapple mixture. Cook 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until pineapple is tender. Add brown sugar; cook 1 minute or until sugar is melted. Serve glazed pineapple over ham.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1220 mg
Tips:
- Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor. If using canned pineapple, be sure to drain it well.
- Brown the ham slices before baking them. This will help to caramelize the sugars in the ham and give it a delicious crispy crust.
- If you don't have a baking dish, you can use a large skillet instead. Just be sure to cover the skillet tightly with foil.
- Serve the ham and pineapple with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Conclusion:
This ham and pineapple dinner is a classic for a reason. It's easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is irresistible, and the ham is always tender and juicy. Whether you're serving it for a special occasion or a weeknight meal, this dish is sure to be a hit.
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