Savory Ham Steaks with Spiced Apple and Herb Stuffing
This delightful dish features succulent ham steaks filled with a comforting blend of spiced apple, herbs, and toasted bread stuffing, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. The homemade stuffing allows you to manage the sodium content while maximizing taste, ensuring a satisfying meal that's not only delicious but also adaptable with different bread types or flavored croutons. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner, this recipe showcases the delightful pairing of ham and apples, enhancing the richness of the steak with each blissful bite.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
chopped celery
2 tablespoons (finely chopped)
butter
2 tablespoons (unsalted, for sautéing)
toasted bread cubes or croutons
2 cups (toasted)
minced onions
2 tablespoons (finely minced)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (to taste)
poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon (store-bought or homemade)
ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon (freshly ground)
water
2 tablespoons (for moisture)
diced apple
1 cup (peeled and diced)
ham steaks
2 lbs (of approximately equal size)
whole cloves
8-10 (for studding)
orange juice
2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
butter
1 tablespoon (melted)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chopped celery and sauté until tender. Remove from heat.
3
In a separate bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes or croutons, minced onions, salt, poultry seasoning, ground black pepper, and water. Add the sautéed celery and mix thoroughly. Fold in the diced apple until evenly combined. Set the stuffing aside.
4
To prepare the ham, carefully slash the fat around the edges to prevent curling. Lightly grease a baking dish and place one ham steak in the bottom.
5
Spread a generous amount of the apple stuffing over the first ham steak, and then top it with the second ham steak.
6
Stud the edges of the top ham steak with whole cloves, spacing them about 1 to 1.5 inches apart for delicious flavor infusion.
7
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice and melted butter. Drizzle this mixture over the top of the ham.
8
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1.25 hours, basting the ham with the orange juice and butter mixture 3 to 4 times during baking.
9
Remove the foil during the last 15 minutes of cooking to allow the top to caramelize. Once cooked through, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Ham Steaks with Spiced Apple and Herb Stuffing?
This dish consists of succulent ham steaks filled with a mixture of spiced apple, herbs, and toasted bread stuffing, offering a balance of sweet and savory flavors.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to serve 4 people.
What oven temperature is required for this ham recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long should I bake the ham steaks?
The ham steaks should be baked for a total of 1 to 1.25 hours.
What ingredients are needed for the stuffing?
The stuffing includes toasted bread cubes or croutons, minced onions, salt, poultry seasoning, black pepper, water, sautéed celery, and diced apple.
How do I prevent the ham steaks from curling while baking?
Carefully slash the fat around the edges of the ham steaks to prevent them from curling during the cooking process.
What kind of bread should I use for the stuffing?
You can use 2 cups of toasted bread cubes or croutons. The recipe is adaptable with different bread types or flavored croutons.
How is the apple prepared for the stuffing?
You should use 1 cup of apple that has been peeled and diced.
What is the purpose of the whole cloves?
Whole cloves are used to stud the edges of the top ham steak for a delicious flavor infusion.
How many cloves are needed?
The recipe calls for 8 to 10 whole cloves.
What should the cloves be spaced apart?
The whole cloves should be spaced about 1 to 1.5 inches apart.
What is the liquid mixture drizzled over the ham?
A whisked mixture of 2 tablespoons of orange juice and 1 tablespoon of melted butter is drizzled over the top.
Should the baking dish be covered?
Yes, cover the baking dish with aluminum foil during the initial baking phase.
When should I remove the aluminum foil?
Remove the foil during the last 15 minutes of cooking to allow the top to caramelize.
How many times should I baste the ham?
Baste the ham with the orange juice and butter mixture 3 to 4 times during the baking process.
How much ham is required for this recipe?
The recipe requires 2 lbs of ham steaks, preferably of approximately equal size.
How do I prepare the celery for the stuffing?
Finely chop 2 tablespoons of celery and sauté it in 2 tablespoons of butter until tender.
What seasoning is used in the stuffing?
The stuffing is seasoned with 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of poultry seasoning, and 1/8 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
How do I assemble the ham and stuffing?
Place one ham steak in a greased baking dish, spread a generous amount of stuffing over it, and then top it with the second ham steak.
Should I let the ham rest after cooking?
Yes, let the dish rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Can I use homemade poultry seasoning?
Yes, you can use either store-bought or homemade poultry seasoning.
What size should the minced onions be?
The onions should be finely minced, using about 2 tablespoons.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized under Ham.
Is this recipe good for holiday gatherings?
Yes, it is tagged as a holiday recipe and is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner.
How much orange juice is needed?
You will need 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed orange juice.
What is the benefit of making the stuffing from scratch in this recipe?
Homemade stuffing allows you to manage the sodium content while maximizing the taste.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
The tags include ham, stuffing, apple, savory, comfort food, holiday recipe, family dinner, herbs, and easy recipe.
How much water is added to the stuffing?
2 tablespoons of water are added to the stuffing for moisture.
What equipment is needed for the liquid mixture?
A small bowl and a whisk are needed to combine the orange juice and melted butter.
How much butter is used in total?
A total of 3 tablespoons of butter is used: 2 for sautéing and 1 melted for the drizzle.