Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
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2–3 lbs ham steak (bone-in or boneless, thick-cut)
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4–5 medium potatoes, cut into chunks
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1 medium onion, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
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2 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces
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1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Optional: 1/2 cup shredded cheese or parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Prepare slow cooker:
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Lightly grease the slow cooker with cooking spray or butter.
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Layer ingredients:
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Place potato chunks and onion slices in the bottom.
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Sprinkle garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper over potatoes.
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Place ham steak on top.
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Dot butter over the top and pour in chicken broth.
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Cook:
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Cover and cook on low 6–7 hours or high 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender and ham is heated through.
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Optional finishing touch:
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Sprinkle shredded cheese over potatoes and ham during the last 10–15 minutes of cooking for a creamy finish.
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Serve:
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Slice ham if necessary and serve alongside potatoes, spooning some of the cooking juices over the top.
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💡 Tips:
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For extra flavor, add carrots or green beans in the last hour of cooking.
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You can use leftover ham or ham bone for added depth.
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Make a quick gravy with the slow cooker juices by whisking in a little flour or cornstarch.
I can also give a slow cooker version with a sweet honey-glaze for the ham and potatoes, which adds a caramelized, savory-sweet twist. Do you want that version?
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Here’s a flavorful Parmesan Meatloaf recipe—moist, cheesy, and full of Italian-inspired flavor:
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
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1 ½ lbs ground beef (or mix of beef and pork)
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1 cup breadcrumbs
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 large egg
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½ cup milk
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ cup marinara or tomato sauce
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Optional: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for extra cheesy topping
Instructions
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Preheat oven:
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350°F (175°C).
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Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
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Make the meatloaf mixture:
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In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, onion, garlic, egg, milk, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
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Mix until just combined—don’t overmix or meatloaf can be dense.
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Shape and bake:
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Transfer mixture to the prepared loaf pan and shape into a loaf.
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Spread marinara or tomato sauce evenly over the top.
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Optional: sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the sauce.
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Bake:
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Bake 55–65 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
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Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing to hold juices.
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Serve:
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Slice and serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a side salad.
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💡 Tips:
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For a more intense Parmesan flavor, mix half in the meat and sprinkle half on top before baking.
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Leftovers make great sandwiches or wraps.
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You can add finely chopped bell peppers or spinach to sneak in extra veggies.
I can also give a Parmesan meatloaf with a crispy breadcrumb topping and garlic butter glaze version, which adds a crunchy, flavorful crust. Do you want that version?
