Aunt Jan'S Southern Style Ham Recipe

Name: Aunt Jan'S Southern Style Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ham; 2 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. ginger; 1 tsp. allspice; 1/2 tsp. nutmeg; 6 c. flour; 1 tsp. salt; 2 Tbsp. baking powder; 1/2 c. shortening; 1 1/2 c. cold water; 1/4 c. butter; 1 Tbsp. lemon juice; 3 Tbsp. chopped, cooked cherries

Servings: persons

1 ham
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
6 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. baking powder
1/2 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. cold water
1/4 c. butter
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
3 Tbsp. chopped, cooked cherries

1
Remove rind from ham.
2
Rub fat with cinnamon, ginger, allspice and nutmeg.
3
Prepare the pastry.
4
Sift flour, salt and baking powder.
5
Blend in shortening.
6
Add water to make dough.
7
Roll out 1/4-inch thick.
8
Place rolled dough around ham, joining at the bottom or side.
9
Cover pastry with well-greased and floured paper. Bake in slow oven at 300u00b0 for about 6 hours.
10
At the end of the fourth hour, remove paper to brown the dough.

1474

kcal

Calories

Fat

280

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ham, 2 tsp. cinnamon, 1 tsp. ginger, 1 tsp. allspice, and more.

Yes, Aunt Jan'S Southern Style Ham falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Aunt Jan'S Southern Style Ham

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Variations & substitutions

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