Delicious and Easy Upside-Down Ham Loaf Recipe

This upside-down ham loaf is a delicious and easy recipe that is sure to impress your family and friends. Made with ground ham, breadcrumbs, and a tangy sauce, this dish is baked to perfection and served upside-down for a beautiful presentation. The combination of flavors and textures make this a savory and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed any time of the year. With a preparing time of 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground ham
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground ham, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, onion, garlic, black pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Set aside the sauce for later use.
4. Grease a loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray. Pour half of the prepared sauce into the bottom of the pan, spreading it evenly.
5. Spoon the ham mixture into the loaf pan, pressing it down gently to form an even layer.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
7. After 30 minutes, remove the pan from the oven and carefully pour the remaining sauce over the top of the ham loaf.
8. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
9. Once cooked, remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
10. To serve, carefully invert the pan onto a serving platter, allowing the ham loaf to release and come out in an upside-down position.
11. Slice the ham loaf and serve warm. Enjoy!

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