Appetizer: Ham Bites

Serves/Makes:   16 pcs

Ingredients:

1 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs, divided

1 cup ground cooked ham

2 eggs, beaten

1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/4 cup grated onion

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Vegetable oil for frying

Sweet Mustard Sauce

2 tablespoons brown sugar

2 tablespoons butter or margarine

2 tablespoons flour

1 cup half-and-half

1/4 cup Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon cider vinegar

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

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Directions:

Combine 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, ground ham, eggs, shredded cheese, grated onion, brown sugar, and mustard in a large bowl; stir well. 

Shape ham mixture into 1" balls. Roll balls in remaining 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, pressing firmly so that crumbs adhere. Cover and chill ham balls thoroughly. 

In large deep skillet, heat 2" of oil; fry ham balls for 1 minute, turn and fry until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with Sweet Mustard Sauce. 

Sweet Mustard Sauce: Combine brown sugar and butter in a heavy saucepan; cook over low heat until sugar dissolves and butter melts. Add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add half-and-half; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened and bubbly. Stir in mustard, vinegar and ginger; stir well. Remove from heat. Cool slightly. 

This recipe from CDKitchen