Indulge your taste buds with a culinary journey featuring an array of delectable ham balls swimming in a vibrant cranberry-orange sauce. These savory spheres, crafted from a harmonious blend of ground ham, bread crumbs, eggs, and seasonings, are enveloped in a tantalizing glaze made from tangy cranberries, zesty oranges, and a hint of sweetness. Sink your teeth into these succulent meatballs, while the accompanying recipes in this article offer variations to suit every palate. Discover the secrets behind these heavenly ham balls, along with a vegetarian alternative, a slow-cooker version for effortless preparation, and an air fryer method for a healthier twist. Elevate your culinary repertoire and transform your next meal into an unforgettable experience with these versatile ham ball recipes.
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HAM BALLS
Ham Balls are a classic midwestern meatball recipe. Ground ham and ground beef are mixed together with graham crackers and topped with a tomato brown sugar sauce.
Provided by Susie Weinrich
Categories Dinner
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°
- Combine the meatball ingredients. In a large bowl lightly combine the 1 lb ground ham, 1 lb ground beef, 1 cup graham cracker crumbs, 3/4 cup milk, and 1 egg. Make large meatballs. Form the mixture into large meatballs, about 1/3 cup in size each. Place into a 9x13 baking dish. You will have about 12-15 meatballs.
- Whisk together the sauce ingredients & pour over meatballs. In another bowl whisk together the can of condensed tomato soup, 1 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup white vinegar, and 1 tsp dry mustard. Pour the sauce over the meatballs.
- Bake 1 hour. Bake in the oven, uncovered, for 1 hour, basting the tops of the ham balls with the sauce once or twice during cooking.
- Cool & eat! Let the meatballs cool for about 5-10 minutes and then serve with mashed or baked potatoes and veggies.
HAM WITH ORANGE SAUCE
The light and citrusy glaze and sauce is what makes this ham so special. It's as good as it is good for you.-Gloria A. Warczak, Cedarburg, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h45m
Yield 20 servings (about 3 cups sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Remove skin from ham. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Combine orange juice and broth; pour over ham. Sprinkle with cloves. Cover and bake at 325° for 1 to 1-1/2 hours. , Combine glaze ingredients; spoon over ham. Bake, uncovered, 20-30 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 140° and ham is heated through. , Remove ham to a serving platter and keep warm. Strain pan drippings; skim fat. In a saucepan, combine orange juice, brown sugar and ginger. Stir in pan drippings, oranges and raisins. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes. Thicken if desired. Serve with the ham.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 907mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GRANDMOTHER B'S SAUCE FOR HAM
This recipe has been in the family for years. We always make this for Easter dinner.
Provided by Maryet Mann
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Ham Glaze Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stir both amounts of cranberry sauce, brown sugar, orange juice, orange zest, lemon juice, mustard, honey, and cloves in a saucepan and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and boil until cranberry sauce has melted, brown sugar has dissolved, and the glaze is thickened, 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 28.4 mg, Sugar 21.9 g
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
CRANBERRY HAM GLAZE
This cranberry sauce can be used to pour over ham as a delicious glaze. This is a Thanksgiving traditional dish for my family.
Provided by T Swaim
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Ham Glaze Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine cranberry sauce, brown sugar, orange juice, cloves, cinnamon, and allspice in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook, whisking continuously, until brown sugar has melted and sauce is smooth, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.3 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 24.4 mg, Sugar 48.6 g
HAM BALL
This is a great change from the original cheese ball. Very tasty!
Provided by NASCAR24FAN
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Ball Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix cream cheese, ham, green onions, and seasoned salt until evenly mixed; roll into a ball.
- Spread chopped pecans onto a flat surface. Roll ham ball in chopped pecans to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Cholesterol 69.6 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 378.2 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
CRANBERRY GLAZED HAM
That show-stopping entree you've been hoping for is right here, and it only takes five ingredients to make. The sweet and tangy cranberry glaze pairs beautifully with succulent ham. -Joni Peterson, Wichita, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h40m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Line a roasting pan with foil. Place ham on a rack in prepared pan. Bake, covered, 1 hour., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk remaining ingredients until blended. Remove 1 cup mixture for glaze; reserve remaining mixture for sauce. Brush ham with some of the glaze mixture. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 140°, 35-45 minutes, brushing every 10 minutes with remaining glaze., Warm reserved sauce mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally; serve with ham.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 1485mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 26g protein.
Tips:
- Choose a high-quality ground ham. The better the ham, the better the meatballs will be. Look for a ground ham that is made from fresh, lean ham and has a good flavor.
- Use a variety of seasonings to flavor the meatballs. Common seasonings for ham meatballs include onion, garlic, parsley, thyme, and sage. You can also add other spices, such as paprika, cumin, or chili powder, to taste.
- Mix the meatballs thoroughly. This will help to ensure that they are evenly seasoned and that they hold together well.
- Gently shape the meatballs. Overhandling the meatballs can make them tough. Simply shape them into balls with your hands, being careful not to pack them too tightly.
- Cook the meatballs thoroughly. The meatballs should be cooked through until they are no longer pink in the center. You can cook them in a variety of ways, including baking, frying, or simmering in sauce.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce. Ham meatballs are traditionally served with a tangy cranberry sauce, but you can also serve them with other sauces, such as barbecue sauce, gravy, or sweet and sour sauce.
Conclusion:
Ham meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With so many different ways to cook and serve them, ham meatballs are sure to become a favorite in your home.
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