This is a wonderful meat loaf. The sweet smoothness of the maple syrup balances the savory ham. It makes perfect next-day sandwiches.
Meat Loaf
- 1 pound ground ham
- 3/4 pound ground pork
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3/4 dry bread crumbs
Sauce
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
In a large bowl, beat eggs and stir in milk. Stir in bread crumbs. Add ground ham and ground pork, combining well. Form into 10×5 loaf shape in an 11×7 baking dish.
In small bowl, whisk together sauce ingredients. Pour half over meat, reserving the remainder.
Bake loaf, uncovered, at 350 degrees for about an hour (160 degrees on a meat thermometer.) Baste frequently with remaining sauce. Remove from oven and let stand for about 10 minutes before slicing.
