Pork and Ham Loaf with Marmalade-Mustard Glaze

Name: Pork and Ham Loaf with Marmalade-Mustard Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter; 1 cup finely chopped onion; 3/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper; 1 1/2 pounds ground pork; 1 pound finely chopped smoked ham (about 3 1/2 cups); 1 cup finely crushed saltine crackers; 1 cup milk; 2 large eggs, beaten to blend; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup orange marmalade; 1/2 cup Dijon mustard; 1/3 cup (packed) golden brown sugar

Servings: persons

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup finely chopped onion
3/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1 1/2 pounds ground pork
1 pound finely chopped smoked ham (about 3 1/2 cups)
1 cup finely crushed saltine crackers
1 cup milk
2 large eggs, beaten to blend
1 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup orange marmalade
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1/3 cup (packed) golden brown sugar

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Melt butter in heavy medium skillet over medium-low heat.
3
Add onion and bell pepper.
4
Cover and cook until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
5
Cool mixture completely.
6
Mix ground pork, ham, crushed crackers, milk, eggs, pepper, salt and cooled onion mixture in large bowl; combine thoroughly.
7
Transfer pork mixture to shallow baking pan.
8
Shape into 9x4x2 1/2-inch loaf.
9
Using long knife, make shallow crisscross (diamond) pattern in top of loaf.
10
Bake loaf 30 minutes.
11
Meanwhile, blend orange marmalade, Dijon mustard and brown sugar in small bowl for glaze.
12
Drizzle 1/3 cup glaze over loaf; bake 15 minutes.
13
Drizzle another 1/3 cup glaze over loaf; bake 15 minutes.
14
Drizzle remaining glaze over loaf and bake until thermometer inserted into center of loaf registers 165F, about 20 minutes longer.
15
Transfer loaf to platter; let stand 10 minutes.
16
Pour pan juices into small bowl; whisk to blend.
17
Cut loaf crosswise into 3/4-inch-thick slices.
18
Serve with pan juices.

985

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, 1 cup finely chopped onion, 3/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper, 1 1/2 pounds ground pork, and more.

Yes, Pork and Ham Loaf with Marmalade-Mustard Glaze falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!