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Writer's pictureAbby Brown

Buried Ham Surprise - Allergy Free CookBook

Updated: Sep 19

This is very similar to buried pork chops. However, it will have a more slippery feeling and might turn out a little soupier if there are too many eggs in the cornbread mixture. As with many dishes, there can be more than one way to make buried ham surprise. The primary difference would be the choice between using slices of bacon on the bottom of the pan or chips of bacon spread throughout the mixture. Whichever choice will delight the taste buds with a savory, chewy meal. Vegetables can be included in the pan for a one dish meal.


Pre Cook Preparation:

Marinate: No

A. Timer set to thaw meat for about 2 hours

B. Timer set to the time to begin preparation prior to cooking

C. Timer set for 1 hour later, when meal should be ready to eat


Meal Adaptations:

Physical Accommodations:

Cut meat to bite sized before cooking

Frozen or canned vegetables can be used

Long oven mitts and oven rack puller

Sit on a stool while stirring


Visual Accommodations:

Colored chopping boards


Potential Food Allergy or Intolerance:

Butter (lactose)

Cornbread (May have gluten added)

Eggs

Onions

Pepper

Potatoes

Spices


Meatless Preparation Avoid:

Beef

Butter

Eggs

Substitute with: ________________


Utensils:

Chopping board

Fork

Paring knife

Pot holders

Spatula

Spoon

Pan: 2.5 quart oven safe oblong container with lid


Ingredients:


Meat:

Bacon (8 strips, or 1/4 cup of bacon bits)

2 eggs

1 cup of ham in bite sized chunks


Vegetables:

15 ounces of peas

15 ounces of pinto beans

15 ounces of potatoes

Optional:

1/4 cup of onions


Other ingredients:

1 tablespoon brown sugar

3 cups of cornmeal (gluten free)

Dash of salt

Spices, such as pepper, to taste


Preparation time: 15 to 20 minutes


Preparation:

1. Chop ham into bite sized chunks.

2. Chop bacon into bite sized pieces, if desired.

3. Chop 1/4 cup of onions.

4. Mix:

3 cups of gluten free cornmeal

2 eggs

A dash of salt

Optionally add:

1/4 cup of chopped onions

1/2 cup of pinto beans

5. If using chopped bacon, spread a thin layer of vegetable oil on the bottom of the pan.

6. Or if using sliced bacon, line the pan with strips of bacon.

7. Spread a 1/4 inch thick layer of cornmeal mix on top of the oil or bacon.

8. Carefully place chopped ham and bacon in the cornmeal. Don't push down.

9. Pour the rest of the cornmeal mixture on top of the ham and bacon.

10. Cover and place pan in oven and cook at 350 degrees for one hour.

** This may take a little extra time to bake if the bacon is not precooked. **


Cook Temperature: 350 degrees


Cook Time: 1 hour, maybe more if bacon is uncooked


Servings: 4


Storage Solutions: Square containers in individual servings with or without vegetables

Counter safe: 30 minutes to an hour to cool enough to place in the fridge or freezer

Fridge safe: 3 to 4 days * Per FDA Storage Chart link in Resources

Freezer safe: 2 to 3 months * Per FDA Storage Chart link in Resources


Reheat Instructions:


Microwave: Time and temp may vary.

1. Place in a microwave safe dish (not plastic).

2. Heat until food is fully hot and reaches a safe temperature.

3. Minimum 2 minutes.

Add your microwave time here: _____________.


Stove Top: Time and Temp may vary.

1. Place food in frying pan.

2. Add enough water to almost cover food.

3. Stir frequently while food heats, until thoroughly warm, about 10 minutes.

Add your stove time here: _____________.


Oven Directions: Time and Temp may vary.

1. Place in oven safe pan.

2. Add a little water.

3. Heat until thoroughly warm, about 20 minutes.

Add your oven time here: _____________.








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