Description
This classic sauce for cold ham is based on red currant jelly and port with brown sugar and spices. It's great for a picnic-style brunch.
Region
Yield
2 Cups
Preparation time
30 minutes
Ingredients
1 t dry mustard
2 T Lemon Juice
1⁄4 c Orange Juice
1 T Grated Orange Zest (or lemon zest)
1⁄4 c Red Currant Jelly
2 T Cold Water
2 t Corn Starch
1⁄2 c Slivered almonds
1⁄2 c Raisins
1 1⁄2 c Port Wine
1⁄4 t ground cloves
1⁄4 t Salt
1 pn cayenne
1⁄4 t ground ginger
1 T Brown Sugar
2 T Grand Marnier
Instructions
- Combine the spices, sugar, and salt and stir into the port wine.
- Add the raisins and almonds and simmer the wine mixture, covered, over moderate heat for 8 minutes.
- Stir the cornstarch into the water, and add the mixture to the simmering sauce. Cook for two minutes.
- Add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat.
- Serve cold with sliced ham or game.
Notes
This is also traditionally served with cold sliced game meats.
Source
The Joy of Cooking