Iowa Ham Balls Recipe

Name: Iowa Ham Balls
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 80 min
Total time: 100 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 lb ground ham; Ground Beef; Graham Cracker Crumbs; 2 large eggs; Milk; Tomato Soup; Vinegar; Dry Mustard; Brown Sugar

Taste the heartland with this Amish-inspired Iowa Ham Ball recipe! These savory, meaty delights are perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a special occasion. A treasured family recipe passed down through generations, these ham balls are bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to make.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 80 mins

Calories 1285.5 kcal

Protein 121g

Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Iowa Ham Balls

1 lb ground ham
Ground Beef
Graham Cracker Crumbs
2 large eggs
Milk
Tomato Soup
Vinegar
Dry Mustard
Brown Sugar

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How to Make Iowa Ham Balls

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine ground ham, ground pork, cream of mushroom soup, bread crumbs, onion, and eggs. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste. Gently mix in the shredded cheddar cheese.
Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
Place the ham balls in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Serve immediately and enjoy!