Q1: What is the absolute, number one secret to a perfect sheet pan dinner where everything is cooked correctly?

The secret is the "staged cooking" method! By understanding that different ingredients require different amounts of time in the oven, you can add them to your pan in stages to ensure that everything finishes cooking at the exact same time and is perfectly cooked.

Q2: Can I make this a one-pan meal instead of using two sheet pans?

You can, but for the absolute best result, it is highly recommended to use two pans . The key to beautifully roasted, not steamed, vegetables is to give them plenty of space and to not overcrowd the pan . Using two pans will ensure that your green beans and mushrooms get a beautiful, caramelized color and a perfect texture.

Q3: Can I make this ahead of time for a holiday dinner?

Yes, absolutely! The best method is to prepare all your individual components —the glaze, the stuffed mushrooms, and the trimmed green beans—a day in advance. Then, on the day of your dinner, the final "sheet pan shuffle" will be incredibly fast and easy.

Q4: Can I use a different kind of ham?

Yes! If you can't find ham steaks, this delicious glaze would also be fantastic on a small, 2- to 3-pound boneless, pre-cooked ham . You will need to increase the total baking time significantly to ensure the larger ham is heated all the way through.

Q5: What is the best way to clean mushroom caps before stuffing them?

The best way to clean mushrooms is to simply use a damp paper towel or a soft brush to gently wipe away any dirt. It is best to avoid rinsing them under running water, as the porous mushrooms can absorb a lot of water, which can make your final dish a bit soggy.

Sheet Pan Holiday Ham Dinner (A Complete Meal!)

A complete and festive ‘Sheet Pan Holiday Ham Dinner,’ perfect for a smaller holiday gathering. This easy-to-orchestrate meal is cooked almost entirely on two sheet pans and includes four components: tender green beans tossed with garlic, savory stuffed mushrooms with a breadcrumb-Parmesan filling, ham steaks brushed with a sweet and tangy orange-rosemary glaze, and buttery dinner rolls. The items are added to the oven in stages to ensure everything is perfectly cooked and ready at the same time.

Author: Evelyn

Ingredients

For the Green Beans:
12 ounces green beans, trimmed
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the Stuffed Mushrooms:
One 14-ounce package stuffing mushrooms
1/2 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
1/4 cup cream cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Ham:
Nonstick cooking spray
1/3 cup orange marmalade
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
Two 1-pound ham steaks, patted dry
For the Rolls:
4 frozen dinner rolls
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

Arrange two oven racks in the middle of the oven and preheat to 375°F.
Prepare the Components: On a sheet pan, toss the green beans with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. In a medium bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, cream cheese, and parsley for the mushroom stuffing; season with salt and pepper and fill the mushroom caps.
For the glaze, microwave the marmalade until melted. Whisk in the orange juice, cornstarch, rosemary, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of water.
Start Baking: Bake the green beans on the upper rack for about 15 minutes.
Remove the pan with the green beans. Push them to one side and add the stuffed mushrooms to the other side, drizzling the filling with olive oil.
Arrange the ham steaks on a separate foil-lined and sprayed sheet pan. Brush the glaze on both sides of each ham steak.
Place the ham on the upper rack and the green beans/mushrooms on the lower rack. Bake for 25 minutes, frequently brushing the ham with more glaze.
Add the Rolls and Finish: Remove the green bean/mushroom pan. Push the green beans to the middle and arrange the frozen dinner rolls on the empty side. Brush the rolls with melted butter.
Return the pan to the oven (ham still on the upper rack) and bake for another 10 minutes, until the rolls are softened, the ham glaze is glossy, and the mushroom filling is golden.
Serve all components together immediately.

Notes

This is a complete holiday dinner cooked on sheet pans, which simplifies the cooking process and cleanup.
The recipe requires careful timing and orchestration, with different components being added to the oven at different stages to ensure everything finishes cooking at the same time.
Using ham steaks is a great shortcut for a smaller holiday meal, as they cook much faster than a whole ham.

Find it online: https://cookupjoy.com/sheet-pan-holiday-ham-dinner/