HAM:365 ENJOY HAM ALL YEAR Welcome! Ham is a household hero for many families— whether it’s folded into an omelet for breakfast, stacked high on a sandwich for lunch or the centerpiece of a dinnertime meal. In addition to that sweet-smoky flavor everyone loves, ham’s versatility makes it a perfect fit for everyday meals. This booklet is aimed to help families enjoy this classic favorite as part of everyday meals. And to inspire cooks—from kids to 20-year veterans— we’ve assembled a collection of ham recipes, information and tips. We have also included recipe ideas so you can try a variety of ham recipes 365 days a year. Be sure to visit otherwhitemeat.com for more versatile ham recipes and preparation tips. It’s time to ham it up. Enjoy! The Pork Information Bureau ★ HAM 365 Table of Contents Recipes Asparagus Pesto with Gnocchi and Ham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 South of the Border Tamale Pie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5 Ginger-Sesame Stir-Fry with Vegetables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7 Chopped Salad with Ham and Goat Cheese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9 Ham Jambalaya . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11 Cobb Salad Ham Roll-ups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13 All About Ham The ABC’s of Buying Ham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15 Ham with an International Twist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Kids! Ham It Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Carving 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19 Ham Encores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Lean Profile of Ham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 ★ HAM 365 Asparagus Pesto with Gnocchi and Ham 2 12 3 ⁄4 1 ⁄2 1 ⁄3 1 ⁄4 3 1 1 ⁄8 1 cups cubed ham ounces asparagus * cup fresh basil cup grated Parmesan cheese cup walnut pieces cup olive oil or cooking oil tablespoons water tablespoon minced garlic (6 cloves) teaspoon ground black pepper 16-oz. package potato gnocchi or 8 ounces rotini (about 4 cups) Nonstick cooking spray Snap off and discard woody portions of asparagus. Cut into 1-inch pieces. Cook asparagus in a small amount of boiling water about 5 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool. For pesto, in a food processor or blender, combine asparagus, basil, cheese, walnuts, olive oil, water, garlic and pepper. Cover and process or blend until nearly smooth, scraping sides occasionally. Divide pesto into thirds. Transfer 2 portions to freezer containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. Set aside remaining portion. Prepare gnocchi or rotini according to package directions. Meanwhile, coat a skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Cook ham cubes in skillet until heated through. Stir remaining portion of the pesto into ham cubes; heat through. Drain gnocchi and toss with pesto-ham mixture. Serves 4. *Note: If desired, substitute 12 ounces coarsely chopped broccoli for the asparagus. Cook broccoli in a small amount of boiling water about 5 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool. Nutrition Information Per Serving: Calories: 355 Fat: 19 g Saturated Fat: 8 g Cholesterol: 63 mg Sodium: 1,070 mg Carbohydrates: 22 g Protein: 23 g Fiber: 2 g 3 ★ HAM 365 South of the Border Tamale Pie 2 1 1 ⁄2 1 cups cubed ham 8-oz. can tomato sauce cup bottled chunky salsa 16-oz. tube refrigerated polenta with Mexican peppers or polenta with wild mushrooms 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack and pepper cheese Nonstick cooking spray Combine tomato sauce and salsa in a medium saucepan. Stir in ham; heat through. Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 2-quart rectangular baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Cut tube of polenta into 8 slices. Arrange polenta slices in baking dish. Spoon salsa mixture over polenta. Bake, uncovered, for 25 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with shredded cheese. Bake for 5 minutes more or until cheese is melted. Serves 4. Nutrition Information Per Serving: Calories: 326 Fat: 14 g Saturated Fat: 7 g Cholesterol: 69 mg Sodium: 1,817 mg Carbohydrates: 25 g Protein: 28 g Fiber: 2 g ★ EVERYDAY HAM IDEAS E MIX H T N I M A g H cookin you’re ther amily, ★ Whe entire f n a r o ps. for one ork cho p d e f f -stu ut pork try ham thick-c f f u t s d ham Simply choppe h it w s lavor chop vorite f a f r u o ach, and y as spin h c u s , ers ts. enhanc pine nu r o s n onio 4 ★ Add a boos t of fla twice-b vor to aked p otatoes stuffing by them w ith ham mushro , oms, b roccoli Swiss and cheese . Mix in fat-free cottage cheese for ext ra crea miness . ★ For an easy weeknight meal, serve up lasagna using no-boil lasagna noodles, ham, bottled Alfredo sauce mixed with low-fat cottage cheese, a mix of several vegetables and mozzarella cheese. ★ Satis fy taste with a buds Cajun c lassic p toss m asta ade wit h ham, black-e yed pe as, bell pepper s and o Instead nions. of mixin g with ric toss w ith cork e, screw pasta and top with gr ated Parme san ch eese. 5 rs e flavo y all th jo n E ★ deli classic . of the a pizza ich on iz sandw e p za dy-mad a e r a tled Top m, bot a h h it crust w wiss auce, S s o d e r Alf d red , roaste cheese resh s and f pepper aves. basil le ★ HAM 365 Ginger-Sesame Stir-Fry with Vegetables 12 2 ⁄3 2 1 1 ⁄2 1 ⁄4 1 3 1 ⁄2 2 ounces ham, cut into bite-size strips cup orange juice tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce tablespoon cornstarch teaspoon ground ginger teaspoon garlic powder tablespoon cooking oil cups broccoli florets 16-oz. package frozen pepper stir-fry vegetables teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted For sauce, combine orange juice, soy sauce, cornstarch, ginger and garlic powder in a small bowl. Set aside. Pour cooking oil into a large skillet or wok. Heat over mediumhigh heat. Add broccoli and frozen peppers to skillet. Cook and stir about 3 minutes or until vegetables are just tender. Remove vegetables from skillet. Add ham to skillet; cook and stir about 1 minute or until heated through; push ham to edges of skillet. Stir sauce; add to center of skillet. Cook and stir until thickened. Return vegetables to skillet. Cook and stir about 1 minute more or until heated through. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serves 4. Nutrition Information Per Serving: Calories: 219 Fat: 9 g Saturated Fat: 2 g Cholesterol: 26 mg Sodium: 1,293 mg Carbohydrates: 10 g Protein: 21 g Fiber: 2 g 7 ★ EVERYDAY HAM IDEAS M P WITH HA SOUP IT U ick-fix meal, qu ★ For a soup rowave try mic canned h ham, it w e d ned ma ns, can a e b k blac toes, d toma choppe c. nd garli onion a ★ War m up w ith hea potato rty chowd e r m ixed w ham cu ith bes, br occoli a Swiss n d cheese . Short on time ? Prepa re the chowd er with f rozen brocco li and h a sh brown potatoe s. 8 ★ Combine ham, vegetables, such as frozen lima beans, corn, red pepper or onion, and chicken broth for a crock-pot supper that cooks while you are at work. ★ HAM 365 Chopped Salad with Ham and Goat Cheese 8 1 1 ⁄2 1 ⁄2 1 ⁄4 2 1 ⁄2 1 1 2 1 ounces thinly sliced ham, cut into bite-size strips tablespoon butter or margarine teaspoon five-spice powder or curry powder cup pecan halves cup bottled oil and vinegar salad dressing or Italian salad dressing tablespoons dry sherry 10-oz. package Mediterranean-style or Italian-style torn, mixed salad greens small cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced cup fresh pea pods, halved crosswise cup cherry tomatoes, halved ounces semi-soft goat cheese or feta cheese, crumbled Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Stir in five-spice powder. Add pecans; cook and stir until nuts are toasted. Set aside. Combine salad dressing and sherry in a screw-top jar. Set aside. Combine salad greens, ham, cucumber, pea pods, tomatoes and toasted pecans in a large salad bowl. Shake salad dressing mixture to combine; pour over greens mixture. Toss until coated. Sprinkle with crumbled cheese. Serves 6. HE GRILL T O T T U O TAKE ME aks are a cinch ste rill ★ Ham n the g o e r a p to pre y. or man for one atoes, ith tom w p o t Simply nd red antro a il c , n r co eet or a sw onion f tion. ombina c r o v la f ★ Ham kabobs are perfect for a weeknight meal or backyard entertaining. Just toss ham chunks in a simple marinade, skewer with favorite veggies, such as cherry tomatoes, mushrooms and zucchini, and throw on the grill. 9 Nutrition Information Per Serving: Calories: 216 Fat: 16 g Saturated Fat: 4 g Cholesterol: 30 mg Sodium: 784 mg Carbohydrates: 6 g Protein: 12 g Fiber: 3 g ★ EVERYDAY HAM IDEAS FAVORITES A TWIST ON trazzini, a up te ★ Spice , by y favorite il m fa ic class aghetti am to sp h g in d d a uce. cream sa d n a s le nood ked lassic ba c to m a ★ Add h e with and serv ip d h c a spin getables r raw ve crostini o zer. sy appeti a e n a r fo 10 ★ Counting carbs? Feature a stepped-up version of deviled eggs with finely diced ham and horseradish as appetizers for a backyard barbecue or intimate dinner party. ★ HAM 365 Ham Jambalaya 11⁄2 1 1 3 ⁄4 1 1 1 1 11⁄2 cups cubed ham tablespoon olive oil cup chopped onion cup chopped green sweet pepper teaspoon minced garlic (2 cloves) 14 1⁄2-oz. can stewed tomatoes 14-oz. can reduced-sodium chicken broth teaspoon Cajun seasoning cups quick-cooking rice Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion, sweet pepper and garlic in hot oil about 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in undrained stewed tomatoes, chicken broth, ham and Cajun seasoning. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in rice. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand about 5 minutes or until rice is tender. Serves 4. Nutrition Information Per Serving: Calories: 306 Fat: 7 g Saturated Fat: 2 g Cholesterol: 31 mg Sodium: 1,188 mg Carbohydrates: 41 g Protein: 19 g Fiber: 3 g you’ve âté like p y jo n ore. ★E ted bef s a t r e am, nev pped h o h c e celery, Combin , diced e is a n mayon hopped elish, c r le k ic p ustard s and m e v li o great green that is é t â p te to crea spread dwich n a s a as rty dip. or a pa ★ A perfect meal for one, try a BBQ ham sandwich made with chopped ham, chili sauce and ketchup. 11 ★ Hos ting a b irthday Serve u party? p ques adillas with ch opped ham, Mexica n-style shredd ed four -chees blend, e avocad o and s alsa. ★ HAM 365 Cobb Salad Ham Roll-ups 8-12 2 1 ⁄4 1 2 1 ⁄2 1 2 thin ham slices slices bacon, crisp-cooked, drained, crumbled cup mayonnaise teaspoon Dijon-style mustard hard-cooked eggs, chopped small avocado, chopped roma tomato, seeded and chopped ounces blue cheese, crumbled Leaf lettuce or romaine Combine mayonnaise and mustard in a medium bowl. Fold in eggs, avocado, tomato, blue cheese and bacon until combined. Set aside. Layer each ham slice with some of the lettuce. Place a heaping tablespoon of the egg mixture at one end of each slice. Starting at the end with the filling, roll up each ham slice. Secure with a wooden pick. Serves 4. Nutrition Information Per Serving: Calories: 364 Fat: 27 g Saturated Fat: 7 g Cholesterol: 167 mg Sodium: 1,621 mg Carbohydrates: 5 g Protein: 25 g Fiber: 2 g ★ EVERYDAY HAM IDEAS G E MORNIN ight H T IN M A H ff r r day o t you téed ★ Star am sau h d n u o fresh with gr er and p p e p re to with e mixtu h t d d A for a garlic. d eggs le b m a scr fast. s break deliciou 12 ★ Arou se you r sleep househ ing old wit h a breakfa casser st ole of h am, fro hash b z e n rowns, canned chedda r chees e soup onions , and se asonin gs. SALADS HAMMIN’ ic spinach s y a clas pped ★ Enjo ith cho w d e p op arugula salad t pears, d e c li s ing. ham, n dress o c a b t and ho ★ For your next picnic or barbecue, feature German-style potato salad with ham, crumbled bacon, scallions and warm vinaigrette. 13 ★ Coo l off w ith a co Spanis ld h salad of dice ham, c d anned garban black a z o, nd pint o bean corn ke s , rnels, b ell pep and cila p er ntro. To ss with bottled vinaigr ette. ★ HAM 365 THE ABC’S OF BUYING HAM Frazzled at the meat case? This easy ham shopping guide will identify the best ham choices for your day-to-day meals. Ham with Water Added: All in the Label This ham retains more water during the curing process than Ham with Natural Juices, making it ideal for steaks, thin slicing and shaving. Ham with Natural Juices: A favorite choice for a dinner centerpiece, this type of ham has had little water added in the curing process. Its velvety texture and attractive appearance make this ham an ideal choice for holidays. Ham (Old-fashioned, Country-style or Southern-style): A Southern specialty, this style of ham is dry cured and contains no added water. It is extremely salty and usually served in small portions, very thinly sliced. Ham and Water Product: This is a common type of ham usually found at the deli counter. This type of ham has the most water added of all the ham varieties and is a great choice when you want to serve ham cold. 14 Boneless vs. Bone-in Uncooked hams should be heated to an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit. Uncooked hams typically require 20 to 30 minutes per pound at 350 degrees Fahrenheit to heat. All varieties of ham are either bone-in or boneless. While bone-in hams are traditionally considered more elegant and boneless easier to serve, both types have the same great taste. Bone-in hams are available in a variety of shapes—whole or as a shank or butt half—and typically serve two to three people per pound. This type of ham has superior taste and texture because the natural muscles, fat and bones are undisturbed. With the right technique and tools, preparation of bone-in hams can be made easy by avoiding the guesswork. Check out complete carving tips and techniques on pages 18 and 19. Dry or Wet? Hams are cured in two ways—“dry” or “wet.” In dry curing, salt, sugar and other seasonings are rubbed onto the meat’s surface. The hams are stored until the salt saturates the meat, anywhere from a few weeks to more than a year. The longer the meat ages, the more refined the taste. By far more common, wet-cured ham is treated with a similar brine solution of water, salt, sugar and spices. The brine ensures that the meat stays moist and tender and helps to give ham its appealing taste and texture. Wet-cured hams are a favorite choice for dinnertime centerpieces to everyday sandwiches. Boneless hams, recognizable by both label and heavy plastic or foil wrapping, keep for several weeks in their original packaging in the refrigerator. A boneless ham will yield roughly four to five servings per pound. Cooked vs. Uncooked Almost all hams come fully cooked, as noted on the label. If desired, cooked hams can be served directly from the refrigerator without heating. To serve hot, simply unwrap and heat to an internal temperature of 140 degrees Fahrenheit. 15 ★ HAM 365 HAM WITH AN INTERNATIONAL TWIST A wide selection of specially cured hams is imported from many countries, such as Italy, Germany and France. Each ham has a distinct flavor and texture, creating a variety of taste options for ham lovers. Travel beyond the conventional taste of ham and explore the global flavors of these specialty hams: PROSCIUTTO [proh-SHOO-toh]: An Italian-style cured ham that is air-dried, not smoked. It is thinly sliced and is usually eaten raw. It has a sweet, delicate taste and adds flavor to salads, side dishes, entrées and appetizers. CAPICOLLA [cap-EH-cola]: A slowly cooked Italian ham made from the picnic shoulder and seasoned with cayenne pepper and other spices. This thinly sliced ham spices up sandwiches and entrées. BAYONNE HAM A thinly sliced French ham that is mildly smoked and cured in a wine mixture. It has a smoky flavor and tastes great in salads or pasta. [bay-YOHN]: WESTPHALIAN HAM [wehst-FAYL-yuhn]: A dry-cured German ham that is slowly smoked with juniper twigs and berries. It is sliced into paper-thin slices and has a light, smoky flavor perfect for enhancing appetizers, salads or pasta. BLACK FOREST HAM: A dry-cured German ham that is heavily smoked with fir and pine branches. This moist, smoky, boneless variety gets its dark coating from being dipped in a caramel solution and wrapped in netting before smoking. It is thinly sliced and adds a world of taste to sandwiches, appetizers and side dishes. 16 KIDS! HAM IT UP It’s no surprise that ham is so popular with families—kids love the taste and parents feel good about ham’s lean, nutritional profile. The kitchen is a great place for kids to show originality, try new foods and have some fun. Invite youngsters to help make their own ham creations—you might be surprised by what delicious and new ham dishes your kids produce. CHOICES, CHOICES PARTY ON Let kids help decide what goes onto their plate. For example, let kids choose between macaroni and cheese topped with ham slices or a hearty bowl of potato, vegetable or broccoli cheese soup with the addition of ham cubes mixed in for added flavor and appeal. Ham’s great taste and versatility make it kids’ top choice for any meal occasion, including festive birthday parties. Sub sandwiches are heroes at kid celebrations. Take a large loaf of French bread and spread with ranch dressing. Top with shaved ham, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato and avocado. Slice and partner with fruit kabobs and party mix for happy tummies and a healthy meal. LITTLE HELPERS Children love hands-on preparation techniques. Involve them in ageappropriate skills, such as using cookie cutters to try new fun shapes and sizes for ham sandwiches and snacks. Pack into sealable containers for a day at the park or school. TURN EVERYDAY INTO GOURMET To satisfy children’s adventurous spirits, introduce them to new flavorful twists and substitutions, such as salsas and mustards. For example, fill a flour tortilla with salsa, layer with thinly sliced ham and shredded cheese. Roll up the wrap in plastic and throw in a picnic lunch tote. HEY Mom, LET’’S make A Taco with Ham! 17 CARVING 101 Whether you are serving a bone-in or boneless ham, having a high-quality carving knife with a recently sharpened edge will allow for smooth slicing. Bone-in Ham CARVING Begin carving by placing the ham on its side on a firm cutting surface. Steady the ham with a large fork and cut several long slices off the thin side and turn the ham onto its flat, cut surface. Make perpendicular slices to the leg bone to the desired thickness. To loosen the slices, cut horizontally along the leg bone, removing each slice with the fork. SERVING When serving a bone-in ham, plan on two to three servings per pound. Arrange the ham slices, separate from the bone, on a serving platter and garnish with fresh fruit or greens. Be sure to wrap the bone and unused ham in plastic wrap and refrigerate for delicious leftovers. Boneless Ham CARVING Cut several long slices off the side. Turn the ham onto its cut surface and slice to the desired thickness. SERVING Count on four to five servings per pound with a boneless ham. When serving, arrange the slices around the uncut portion of the ham on a platter and garnish. A carving rule of thumb: Only cut enough ham for immediate needs. The remaining ham stays moist and juicy when left uncut, maintaining the same great flavor every time you go back for seconds. 18 ★ HAM 365 Here are some simple techniques for carving a bone-in ham: WHOLE HAM 1. Place the ham on a cutting board with the shank—or lower leg—to the carver’s right. Steady the ham with a fork and cut a few slices from the thin side of the leg, as shown. 2. Place the ham on the side where you removed slices. Make perpendicular slices to the leg bone. 3. To loosen the slices, cut along leg bone, removing each slice with the fork. Transfer slices to a serving platter. 2. Place the cushion meat carved-side down on the cutting board and cut in perpendicular slices, as shown. Transfer slices to a serving platter. 3. Turn the remaining meat carved-side down. Cut in perpendicular slices in the same manner as for the cushion meat. 2. Slice boneless section across the grain and transfer to a serving platter. 3. To carve the remaining meat from the bone, insert fork into meat next to bone and make horizontal slices as shown. Transfer slices to a serving platter. SHANK HALF OF HAM 1. Position the ham with the shank end to the carver’s left, with the thicker piece of meat —the “cushion” meat—on top. Using a fork to steady the ham, cut along the top of the bone to loosen the boneless cushion meat. RUMP HALF OF HAM 1. Place pre-cut side of ham down on the cutting board. Carve along the bone to remove boneless section of meat. 19 ★ HAM 365 HAM ENCORES Leftover ham is a delicious way to add instant flavor to lots of standby dishes. To make your leftover ham more “user friendly,” chop into ready-to-use pieces before storing it in a convenient, easy-to-open and resealable container. Keep it at the front of the fridge where it’s easy to grab a little or a lot. Here are some simple ways to take advantage of that tasty leftover ham to give meals a savory boost—morning, noon and night: BREAKFAST: Ham is a natural to toss into scrambled eggs, omelets and breakfast potatoes. For a great grab-and-go breakfast sandwich, whisk one egg with a splash of milk and a little salt and pepper. Stir in a little grated cheddar cheese and a handful of diced ham. Coat the inside of a coffee mug with cooking spray, add the egg mixture and microwave on full power, stirring once or twice, until almost set, about 1 to 11⁄2 minutes. Give it about a minute to set and then turn your instant omelet out onto a toasted English muffin and you’re ready to go! LUNCH: Add pre-chopped ham cubes into canned soups and main-dish salads. Or, spice up lunch with a ham salad sandwich prepared by mixing some diced ham with prepared ranch dressing and a spoonful of salsa. Stuff into pita pockets with lettuce and tomato. DINNER: Include ham in other dinner leftovers, too. Mix it with your favorite vegetables and potatoes, rice or pasta for quick skillets and stir-fries. Or, for a tasty new twist on a stuffed baked potato, try stuffing a baked sweet potato with ham, Swiss cheese, crumbled bacon and a dash of nutmeg. Ham storage: And remember: Unwrapped hams, in their original packaging, will keep for several weeks in the refrigerator. Always check the “use by” date on the package. It is not recommended that ham be stored in the freezer because the texture of the ham will be adversely affected. Store ham in the refrigerator and follow package “use by” date guidelines. 20 LEAN PROFILE OF HAM Ham’s lean nutritional profile is reason to celebrate this classic pork cut. Each 3-ounce serving of extra-lean ham contains 5 grams of fat and 123 calories, which is comparable to a boneless, skinless chicken breast. Ham is pork leg meat that has been cured, and since the leg muscle is a well-exercised part of the hog, ham is surprisingly low in fat. Pork Cuts Chart LOIN Tenderloin Pork chops Roasts: loin roast rib roast (rack of pork) Ribs: country-style ribs back ribs BLADE BOSTON-STYLE SHOULDER Shoulder roast Ground pork LEG Cured ham Fresh leg ARM PICNIC SHOULDER Shoulder roast Smoked hocks Shanks SIDE Spareribs Bacon National Pork Board PO Box 9114 Des Moines, IA 50306 ★ HAM 365 For more versatile ham recipes and preparation tips, visit otherwhitemeat.com ®2004 National Pork Board, Des Moines, IA USA 01209-10/04
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