HAM SLICE IN CUMBERLAND SAUCE 
1 c. ruby port
1/2 c. dark seedless raisins
1/4 c. red currant jelly
1 tsp. dry mustard
1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel
1/2 tsp. grated orange peel (optional)
1/4 tsp. allspice
1 fully cooked ham slice, cut about 1 1/2 inches thick (approx. 2 1/2 lbs.)
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1/4 c. orange juice

Preheat oven to 325. In small saucepan over medium heat, heat to boiling first 7 ingredients. Meanwhile, slash fat edges of ham slice and put in 10x6 baking dish.

In cup, blend cornstarch and orange juice until smooth; gradually stir into hot wine mixture and cook, stirring constantly until thickened. Pour over ham slice in baking dish. Cover tightly with foil and bake approximately 1 1/4 hours. Makes 8 servings.

 

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