Smoked Ham with Sweet Holiday Glaze Recipe

Name: Smoked Ham with Sweet Holiday Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (10-pound) cooked bone in spiral ham, preferably shank end; 1 cup Neelys Dry Rub seasoning, recipe follows; 2 sticks salted butter; 1 cup dark brown sugar; 1/2 cup molasses; 1/4 cup apple cider; 1/4 cup bourbon; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 1/2 cups paprika; 3/4 cup sugar; 3 3/4 tablespoons onion powder

Servings: persons

1
Season the ham with dry rub.
2
Place plastic wrap over ham and put in refrigerator.
3
Allow the seasoning to penetrate the ham overnight to give it a fuller flavor.
4
Using indirect heat, preheat your grill to 250 degrees F. with hickory chips and charcoal.
5
Place ham in an aluminum roasting pan and place on grill grates.
6
Let smoke for 3 hours, making sure the temperature remains at 250 degrees F; adding more hickory chips and charcoal, as necessary.
7
Remove to a platter.
8
Place all ingredients into a saucepan over medium heat.
9
Allow to simmer, cooking for 10 to 15 minutes, until the glaze is syrupy.
10
Pour the warm glaze over the warm ham and serve immediately.
11
Mix ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

1070

kcal

Calories

Fat

145

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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (10-pound) cooked bone in spiral ham, preferably shank end, 1 cup Neelys Dry Rub seasoning, recipe follows, 2 sticks salted butter, 1 cup dark brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Smoked Ham with Sweet Holiday Glaze 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.

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Smoked Ham with Sweet Holiday Glaze

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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