Kentucky Ham Recipe

Name: Kentucky Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 pound baby arugula; 5 fresh figs, preferably Black Mission, quartered; Molasses-Mustard Dressing (recipe follows); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 pound thinly sliced country ham; 1/2 cup pecans, toasted (see page 250); 2 green onions, green and pale green parts, thinly sliced; 4 (1/2-inch-thick) slices country bread, grilled until marked; 1/2 cup ricotta cheese; 3 tablespoons molasses; 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup canola oil; (makes about 3/4 cup)

Servings: persons

1/4 pound baby arugula
5 fresh figs, preferably Black Mission, quartered
Molasses-Mustard Dressing (recipe follows)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 pound thinly sliced country ham
1/2 cup pecans, toasted (see page 250)
2 green onions, green and pale green parts, thinly sliced
4 (1/2-inch-thick) slices country bread, grilled until marked
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
3 tablespoons molasses
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup canola oil
(makes about 3/4 cup)

1
Put the arugula and figs in a large bowl.
2
Add half of the dressing, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to coat the ingredients.
3
Divide the greens and figs among 4 large plates.
4
Place a slice or two of ham on the side of each, drizzle with more of the dressing, and garnish with the pecans and green onions.
5
Top the grilled bread with the ricotta and serve alongside the salad.
6
Combine the molasses, 2 tablespoons water, the vinegar, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl and whisk until combined.
7
Slowly whisk in the oil until emulsified.
8
The dressing can be made 1 day in advance and stored in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator.

486

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 pound baby arugula, 5 fresh figs, preferably Black Mission, quartered, Molasses-Mustard Dressing (recipe follows), Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Kentucky Ham falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Kentucky Ham

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