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Christmas Cherry Ham Sauce |
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1 c. crushed pineapple, undrained 1/4 c. brown sugar 2 tbsp. butter 2 tbsp. lemon juice 1/2 tsp. grated lemon rind 1/2 tsp. red food coloring 1/8 tsp. salt 1 c. canned, drained, pitted red sour cherries (save juice) 2 tbsp. corn starch 1/2 c. cherry juice
Into a saucepan mix together pineapple, sugar, butter, lemon juice, lemon rind, food coloring and salt. Heat slowly. In small bowl mix 1/2 cup canned cherry juice and corn starch, stir until smooth. Add to the fruit mixture. Stir constantly until sauce thickens. Lower heat and simmer 3 to 4 minutes. Serve hot over baked ham or broiled ham slices. Makes about 2 1/2 cups sauce.
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