My Mother's Ham Loaf

1 pound ham steak, ground

1 pound ground round or lean ground beef

2 eggs, beaten

1 cup whole milk

2 cups saltine crackers, crushed (about 1 sleeve)

2 teaspoons mustard

1/2 cup cider vinegar

2/3 cup brown sugar

Combine the first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. I sometimes combine the ground meats before adding the rest. Form into a loaf and place in a 9"x13" baking dish. Score the top diagonally in both directions with a knife (about 1/4-inch deep). Mix together the mustard, vinegar and brown sugar in a small bowl. Set aside. Bake the ham loaf in a 325 degree oven for one hour. Pour sauce over meat and bake an additional one hour, basting frequently, especially during the last 1/2 hour. Place on platter, slice and serve.