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How to Serve Amish Ham and Sweet Onions
This dish is incredibly versatile. Here are some classic and creative ways to serve it:
Traditional Pairings
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Mashed potatoes – The creamy potatoes soak up the sweet onion pan juices perfectly.
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Scalloped potatoes – A double-dose of creamy, oniony comfort.
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Egg noodles – Wide buttered noodles catch every bit of sauce.
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Rice – White or brown rice is simple and effective.
Holiday Sides
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Green bean casserole – A classic pairing for ham.
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Macaroni and cheese – Rich and indulgent alongside the sweet onions.
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Roasted Brussels sprouts – The bitterness balances the sweetness.
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Sweet potato casserole – For a truly sweet-and-savory feast.
Bread Accompaniments
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Cornbread – Sweet cornbread is a natural match.
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Dinner rolls – For sopping up every drop of onion juice.
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Biscuits – Flaky, buttery biscuits and caramelized onions are a match made in heaven.
Creative Uses for Leftovers
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Sandwiches – Pile ham and caramelized onions onto a crusty roll with Swiss cheese.
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Omelets – Chop leftover ham and onions into a morning omelet.
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Quiche – A ham and sweet onion quiche is spectacular.
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Pizza topping – Use as a topping for white pizza with mozzarella and fresh thyme.
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Stuffed potatoes – Top baked potatoes with chopped ham and onions.
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