~ SAUCY HAM SANDWICHES - A WESTERN PA STAPLE

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~ Saucy Ham Sandwiches - A Western PA Staple image

I grew up eating these sweet, tangy sandwiches. It's a staple in the Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. You can always count on these being served at parties, picnics, potlucks. It can be kept warm in a slow cooker as well. Not only are they yummy, they're also quick to whip together. Enjoy!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Sandwiches

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 lb thin sliced off the bone ham - chipped ham ( which is hard find, other than around here) or i've used virginia baked - chop into large pieces
1 stick butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tsp garlic paste
2 c ketchup
1/4 c sweet baby rays barbecue sauce
1/4 - 1/2 c water
1/3 c rice or white vinegar
1/4 c brown sugar - or to taste
2 - 3 tsp mustard
2 1/2 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
hard rolls for serving - or kaiser rolls

Steps:

  • 1. In a large skillet over medium high heat, melt butter. Add onions and cook until tender. Add garlic and cook another minute.
  • 2. Stir in the ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, water, barbecue sauce, mustard and Worcestershire sauce...combine well and simmer for 10 - 12 minutes.
  • 3. Stir in the ham and simmer another 10 - 12 minutes or until heated well throughout.
  • 4. Toast buns if desired. Add ham and we add thin sliced sweet onion. Sometimes we add some relish as well. Enjoy!

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