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Ham Steaks With Madeira Cream Sauce

Ham steaks with a decadent and delicious cream sauce made with Madeira (fortified wine). Recipe adapted from one by Julia Child.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings 2 people
Author Renee

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 to 4 slices ham steaks
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallots
  • 1/3 cup Madeira
  • 1/3 cup ham or chicken stock

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, add the mustard, tomato paste, and cream. Stir to combine until smooth and set aside.
  2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the butter and olive oil. When the foam begins to subside, add the ham steaks and brown each side (about 1 to 2 minutes per side). Add the shallots, Madeira, stock and cover the pan. Simmer for 5 minutes over low heat.
  3. Remove the ham to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm. Bring the Madeira mixture to a boil and reduce it down until it is thickened as the consistency of a syrup (will be darker in color also). Add the cream mixture and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Return the ham steaks to the pan. Baste the ham with the sauce. Continue to simmer for a few minutes to slightly thicken the sauce. Remove the ham to hot plates or a platter and spoon some of the sauce over it. Serve warm with remaining sauce on the side.

Recipe Notes

Ham steaks with a decadent and delicious cream sauce made with Madeira (fortified wine). Recipe adapted from one by Julia Child.