Lucy's Ham Spread

Lucy's Ham Spread

This is one of my favorite recipes. My Mom, Lucy Wahnsiedler, used to make this when I was a kid. I love the flavor of the spread, and it is marvelous for making sandwiches or for spreading on crackers. It is simply delicious!

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 35 mins
Yield:
14 servings
Servings:
14

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds smoked ham, cut into chunks
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 pound processed cheese food (such as Velveeta®), cubed

Directions

Step 1
Place ham into a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and boil ham gently for 15 minutes. Drain and allow ham to cool.

Step 2
Place ham into a food processor and pulse several times to grind the meat to your desired texture.

Step 3
Stir tomato sauce, tapioca, ketchup, mustard, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in a large saucepan over low heat; melt cheese food in the tomato sauce mixture and stir all ingredients smoothly together. Do not allow to simmer.

Step 4
Combine melted cheese food mixture with ground ham in a large bowl; stir thoroughly. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

357
Calories
26g
Fat
5g
Carbs
24g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 14
Calories 357
% Daily Value *
Total Fat26g 34%
Saturated Fat11g 57%
Cholesterol80mg 27%
Sodium1784mg 78%
Total Carbohydrate5g 2%
Dietary Fiber0g 1%
Total Sugars4g
Protein24g
Vitamin C36mg 178%
Calcium195mg 15%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium462mg 10%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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