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Double Pecan Smoked Spiral Cut Ham: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe


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  • Author: Belinda
  • Total Time: 0 hours

Ingredients

– 1 (8-10 lb) spiral cut ham
– 1 cup packed brown sugar
– 1/2 cup maple syrup
– 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
– 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
– 1 cup apple juice (for moisture)


Instructions

Making the Double Pecan Smoked Spiral Cut Ham is straightforward if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Prepare the Ham: Place the spiral cut ham in a large roasting pan on its side.
3. Create the Glaze: In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and spices. Heat over medium until the sugar dissolves.
4. Add Pecans: Stir in the finely chopped pecans until evenly combined.
5. Brush the Ham: Brush the glaze generously over the ham, ensuring that it seeps into the slices.
6. Moisture Addition: Pour apple juice into the bottom of the roasting pan. This helps keep the ham moist while cooking.
7. Cover the Ham: Tent the ham loosely with aluminum foil.
8. Bake the Ham: Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 2 to 2.5 hours, basting every 30 minutes.
9. Final Caramelization: In the last 30 minutes, remove the foil to allow the glaze to caramelize and become golden brown.
10. Rest the Ham: Once cooked, remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

This straightforward process will guide you to an exceptionally tasty ham that everyone will love.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: Approximately 2 to 2.5 hours

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8-10 servings
  • Calories: Approximately 350 kcal per serving
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 25g