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Country Ham and Red-Eye Gravy

Thick slices of salty country ham cooked until seared and served with a rich sauce made from coffee and skillet drippings.

15 minEasyServes 4260 cal/serving

AmericanBreakfastStovetopStandardLow CarbKetoHigh ProteinGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 country ham slices
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup brewed black coffee
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 4 country ham slices and sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned, ensuring internal temperature reaches 145°F.

  3. 3

    Transfer country ham slices to a warm plate, leaving the fat drippings in the skillet.

  4. 4

    Pour 1/2 cup brewed black coffee and 1/4 cup water into the skillet, scraping up all browned bits from the bottom.

  5. 5

    Stir in 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper and simmer over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly reduced, then spoon over country ham slices.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Country Ham and Red-Eye Gravy reach?

For Country Ham and Red-Eye Gravy, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I make Country Ham and Red-Eye Gravy dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Country Ham and Red-Eye Gravy is 1 tbsp unsalted butter. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Country Ham and Red-Eye Gravy keto-friendly?

A serving of Country Ham and Red-Eye Gravy carries 1 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 5 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 1 percent.

How much protein is in Country Ham and Red-Eye Gravy?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 24 g of protein in about 260 calories, alongside 1 g carbohydrate and 18 g fat, plus 1450 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein breakfast collection.

How do I store and reheat Country Ham and Red-Eye Gravy?

Refrigerate what is left of Country Ham and Red-Eye Gravy within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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