Gourmet Cornerprinted page 67
GLAZED SUGAR-CURED HAM STEAK
William W. Schmitz, Past President, International Chefs Association
Serves two.
Ingredients
- 3/4 lb. slice of pre-cooked ham
- 2 tsp. granulated sugar
- 1-1/2 ounces burgundy or claret
- pinch ground cloves
Method
- Put two heaping teaspoons granulated sugar into pan which has been on a very hot flame. When sugar starts to melt, place ham steak in pan and fry to a mahogany brown. Turn over and put about 1 1/2 ounces of burgundy or claret and a pinch of ground cloves over steak. Take off flame, put cover on pan and let stand for three minutes and serve. (Note: If raisins are desired, pour boiling water over same the night before and cover immediately. Add raisins to sauce.) Serves two.