If you’ve been on the lookout for new ways to use leftover ham, here’s a main dish to try. Pineapple slices are a great complement as a side dish or for dessert. Replace the spicy brown mustard with a flavored mustard, such as orange, horseradish, or honey, if you wish.

　　

Ingredients

serves 4, 1 cup per serving

　　2 15.5-ounce cans no-salt-added black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

　　1 cup low-fat, lower-sodium ham, all visible fat discarded, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 4 ounces)

　　3 tablespoons all-fruit black cherry spread

　　2 tablespoons light brown sugar

　　1 1/2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard

　　1 tablespoon cider vinegar

　　1/8 teaspoon salt

　　1/8 teaspoon pepper

　　2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley (optional)

　　

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, stir together all the ingredients except the parsley. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until warmed through, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with the parsley.

　　

nutrition information

Step 2

(Per Serving)

　　

Step 3

Calories: 279

　　

Step 4

Total Fat: 1.0g

　　

Step 5

Saturated: 0.5g

　　

Step 6

Trans: 0.0g

　　

Step 7

Polyunsaturated: 0.0g

　　

Step 8

Monounsaturated: 0.5g

　　

Step 9

Cholesterol: 12mg

　　

Step 10

Sodium: 367mg

　　

Step 11

Carbohydrates: 49g

　　

Step 12

Fiber: 9g

　　

Step 13

Sugars: 20g

　　

Step 14

Protein: 17g

　　

Step 15

Dietary Exchanges

　　

Step 16

2 1/2 Starch

　　

Step 17

1 Carbohydrate

　　

Step 18

1 1/2 Very Lean Meat

　　American Heart Association Quick & Easy Meals