Ham and Apple Mash
Ham and Apple Mash is a hearty, comforting dish that combines savory, salty ham with sweet apples and creamy mashed potatoes. It is a popular way to use up leftover ham, particularly in North American and British home cooking, creating a balanced one-pot meal from simple pantry staples.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a balanced source of carbohydrates from the potatoes and apples, protein from the ham, and fat from the butter or cream used in the mash. It provides a good amount of potassium, vitamin C, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing roughly 400-500 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 48 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Potassium | 680 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Selenium | 25 µg |
| Vitamin A | 120 µg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a classic example of 'comfort food' and resourceful cooking, transforming leftovers into a new, satisfying meal. Nutritionally, the pairing of ham with apples is a traditional one, as the fruit's acidity and sweetness cut through the saltiness of the meat, enhancing flavor without needing excessive added sugar.
