Grandma Sahlstrom's Ham Loaf

During World War II meat was scarce and rationed. Butchers came up with a recipe for ham loaf for the holidays since most people could not afford a whole ham. Since then this recipe has been a family favorite and served at our family gatherings.

• Ready In: 1 hr 50 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 3 loaf

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs  veal or 1 1⁄2 lbs ground beef
• 1  lb  finely ground ham
• 1  cup  cracker crumb
• 1  cup milk
•  salt & pepper
• 2  eggs
• 1  cup brown sugar
• 2  tablespoons paprika
• 1  tablespoon dry mustard
• 1⁄2 cup vinegar
• 1⁄2 cup water

Directions

1. Mix first 6 ingredients, well with hands and mold in pan. Cover with foil and bake at 250 – 275 degrees for 2 ½ - 3 hours. Keep covered until the last 1hr.
2. While ham loaf is baking prepare sauce with remaining ingredients: place all ingredients in a small sauce pan bring to a boil for a minute. Simmer 10-15 minutes.
3. When one hour remains drain off liquid from ham loaf and pour over sauce ham loaf. Basting every 15 minutes until sauce forms a glaze. Turn up a heat a little.