Description
A succulent ham slow-cooked in a sweet and savory glaze of pineapple juice, honey, and brown sugar, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fully cooked ham (about 5–7 pounds)
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup sliced pineapple (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by placing the fully cooked ham into your slow cooker, ensuring it fits snugly.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine the pineapple juice, brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, and cloves, stirring until the sugar dissolves beautifully.
- Pour this luscious mixture over the ham, making sure it’s thoroughly coated to absorb maximum flavor.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat, allowing it to cook for 6-8 hours.
- As you reach the last moments of cooking, consider decorating with sliced pineapple before serving to elevate the aesthetics.
Notes
Ensure to check the internal temperature of the ham with a meat thermometer, aiming for 140°F.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg