Main Ingredients:

3/4 pound finely chopped ham
1 1/4 pounds lean ground pork
3 slices white or whole wheat bread
1/2 cup milk
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
Cracked pepper, coarsely ground
Orange slices, for garnish, optional
Variation: Pork Loaf with Orange Glaze
1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch

Cooking Preparation of the Recipe:

1. In a large bowl, combine the ham and pork. Add the bread which has been broken up into crumbs and soaked in milk.
2. Mix in eggs, pepper and salt, if used. With a spoon, mix together until the mixture is light and well blended.
3. Shape into an oval loaf, about 10 inches long and 6 inches wide. Sprinkle generously with cracked pepper.
4. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours. Remove to a serving platter.
5. Garnish with orange slices if desired. Slice and serve hot from the oven or at room temperature, or cold.

Variation: Pork Loaf with Orange Glaze
In a saucepan, combine the juice, brown sugar and cornstarch. Bring to a boil. Stir until slightly thickened. Brush top of ham loaf with glaze during baking.

Good served with corn pudding or buttered corn or corn on the cob, mashed potatoes, a green salad or relishes, if desired. Serve with sparkling apple juice.

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