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Sliced Baked Ham with Camembert Sauce

3.8

(4)

The French know how to take the proverbial ham-and-cheese combo and turn it into something special. And this super-satisfying main dish just couldn't be easier.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    2o min

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds thick-sliced good-quality baked ham such as Virginia
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 firm-ripe Camembert, chilled, rind discarded and cheese coarsely chopped
1 large egg yolk

Accompaniments:

Broccolini or green beans

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle.

    Step 2

    Overlap ham slices on a baking sheet and cover with foil. Bake until just heated through, 8 to 10 minutes.

    Step 3

    Bring cream to a simmer, then whisk in cheese until smooth. (If necessary, purée in a blender, then reheat.) Whisk in yolk and cook, whisking, 1 minute.

    Step 4

    Serve ham with sauce.

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