Cumin Ham Steaks

2 ham steaks 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tsp minced rosemary 1/4 tsp cumin 1/4 tsp chili flakes Combine everything but the ham and mix well. Rinse the ham in cold water and pat dry. Grill the ham.  During the last 2 minutes, brush on the glaze and then cook until ready.

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Baked Ricotta Ham Pasta

olive oil 3/4 lb Italian cooked ham (parmacotto), diced 1/2" sea salt and cracked pepper 1 carrot, peeled, diced 1/2 onion, minced 1 stalk celery, minced 3/4 cup dry red wine 1 cup canned tomatoes, mashed, with juice 1/2 tsp dry thyme 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 1/4 lb ziti, uncooked 3/4 lb ricotta 8… Continue reading Baked Ricotta Ham Pasta

Springtime White Asparagus

10 white asparagus spears, trimmed and scraped 2 tbsp butter 5 thin slices of ham lemon juice Saute the asparagus in butter until just tender. Heat the ham in the butter and then wrap each piece around 2 asparagus spears. Season with a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve.

Family Favourite French Vinaigrette

1/3 cup canola oil 3 tbsp white vinegar 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper Place all ingredients in a jar or bottle with a lid.  Shake well before serving.  Serve with lettuce, cucumber, radishes, a little cubed cheddar cheese, and a little cubed ham.

Picnic Salad for Four (leftover chicken)

1 head of lettuce washed and torn 1/2 lb cooked chicken (use leftover from making stock) shredded 1/2 cup diced baked ham 1 cucumber, sliced 1 hard boiled egg, quartered 1/3 cup white wine vinegar 1 tsp salt 1 scallion, minced 2 tbsp parsley, minced 1/4 tsp dry tarragon 1/2 tsp dijon 1 cup olive… Continue reading Picnic Salad for Four (leftover chicken)