Ingredients and Weight:
- Raisins, golden: 1 cup
- Brown sugar, packed: 1/2 cup
- Honey: 1/4 cup
- Dijon mustard: 1 tablespoon
- Sherry vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Ground cloves: 1/4 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: 1/4 teaspoon
- Orange zest (from 1 orange): 1 teaspoon
- Orange juice (from 1/2 orange): 1/4 cup
- Chicken broth: 1 cup
- Cornstarch: 1 tablespoon
- Water: 2 tablespoons
Preparation Time:
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the raisins, brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, sherry vinegar, cloves, cinnamon, orange zest, and orange juice. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, cornstarch, and water. Add to the saucepan and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and bubbles, about 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving over ham.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 120 per serving (1/4 cup)
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 28g
- Protein: 1g
- Sugar: 22g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and tangy raisin sauce
- Rich and aromatic
- Perfect for glazing ham or serving as a dipping sauce
User Comments:
- "This sauce is absolutely delicious! It's perfect for ham and makes it so flavorful."
- "I'm not a big fan of raisins, but I loved this sauce. It's so well-balanced and adds a touch of sweetness to the ham."
- "This sauce is easy to make and adds a gourmet touch to any ham dish."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to overcook the sauce, as it can become bitter.
- If you don't have sherry vinegar, you can substitute white wine vinegar.
- You can also add other spices to the sauce, such as nutmeg or allspice, to taste.
