Lancaster County Ham Loaf Wow Wow Wow

Experience the comforting flavors of Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine with this Lancaster County Ham Loaf Wow Wow Wow recipe! Featuring a savory blend of ground smoked ham and ground pork, this dish achieves perfect balance with a rich, tangy glaze made from brown sugar, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, and water. Easy to prepare yet bursting with remarkable flavor, this mouthwatering ham loaf comes together in under 20 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection with a tender, juicy texture. Perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings, serve it warm alongside classic sides like mashed potatoes or green beans for a nostalgic meal that's sure to impress. Make this one-of-a-kind ham loaf the centerpiece of your table and savor the irresistible flavors of Lancaster County!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:95 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds ground smoked ham
• 1 pound ground pork
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground smoked ham and ground pork until evenly mixed.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Pour the mixture over the ham and pork.

Step 4

Add the breadcrumbs to the bowl and mix thoroughly until the ingredients come together into a uniform loaf mixture.

Step 5

Transfer the ham loaf mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down evenly into the pan.

Step 6

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer and remove from heat.

Step 7

Pour half of the glaze over the ham loaf, spreading it evenly with a spoon or brush.

Step 8

Place the loaf in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour. After 30 minutes, pour the remaining glaze over the top of the loaf.

Step 9

After 1 hour, check the internal temperature of the loaf; it should reach 160°F (71°C). If it hasn’t, bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, checking regularly.

Step 10

Remove the ham loaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Serve warm, and enjoy with sides like mashed potatoes or green beans for a comforting and memorable meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1865.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3324.8

Total Fat 153.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1176.4mg	0%
Sodium 10731.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 99.1g
Protein 296.4g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 693.7mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 2425.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 36.1%

Carbs: 21.9%