Slow Cooker Christmas Ham
Introduction
Christmas is a time of joy, love, and delicious food. One classic dish that is often enjoyed during this festive season is Christmas ham. The aroma of a slow-cooked ham wafting through the house is enough to make anyone's mouth water. In this recipe, we will show you how to make a succulent and flavorful slow cooker Christmas ham that will be the star of your holiday table.
Ingredients
For the ham:
- 1 large, bone-in ham (around 8-10 pounds)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
For the glaze:
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon pineapple juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the ham
Start by removing any packaging from the ham and placing it in the slow cooker, flat side down.
In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the brown sugar, pineapple juice, Dijon mustard, honey, cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour this mixture over the ham, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Step 2: Cook the ham
Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook the ham for 6-8 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Baste the ham with the juices from the slow cooker every 2 hours to keep it moist and flavorful.
Step 3: Make the glaze
In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, honey, pineapple juice, cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Step 4: Glaze the ham
About 30 minutes before the ham is done cooking, carefully remove it from the slow cooker and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Brush the glaze generously over the entire surface of the ham, making sure to cover all sides. Return the ham to the slow cooker for the remaining cooking time.
Step 5: Serve and enjoy
Once the ham is fully cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and let it rest for about 10 minutes before carving. Serve it warm with your favorite sides and enjoy the tender, flavorful meat.
Nutrition
Here is the approximate nutritional information for one serving of slow cooker Christmas ham:
- Calories: 400
- Protein: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fat: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 23g
Keep in mind that these values may vary depending on the specific brand and type of ingredients used.
So this Christmas, impress your family and friends with a delicious slow cooker Christmas ham that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Happy holidays!