This tasty raisin sauce is the perfect accompaniment to a juicy ham. Made with simple ingredients like raisins, brown sugar, vinegar, and spices, this sauce adds a burst of flavor to your ham dish. It's sweet, tangy, and pairs well with the salty ham for a mouthwatering combination.
Ingredients
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- In a small saucepan, combine raisins and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar and cornstarch. Add this mixture to the raisin mixture and cook until thickened.
- Stir in vinegar, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving with baked ham.
Interesting Facts
Raisin sauce is a classic accompaniment to ham dishes in American cuisine.
The sweet and tangy flavors of raisin sauce perfectly complement the savory ham.
This sauce can also be used as a glaze for ham or pork roasts.