3 Thanksgiving Ham Recipes

Below are my suggestions on several delicious ham recipes that incorporate pineapple, brown sugar, oven cooking, and crockpot cooking.

1. Baked Ham With Pineapple and Brown Sugar Glaze

Ingredients

• 8-10 lb smoked ham (fully cooked)
• 20 oz can pineapple rings (reserve juice)
• 6 oz jar maraschino cherries (reserve juice)
• Glaze:
  • Juice from canned pineapple rings
  • Juice from maraschino cherries
  • 1/3 cup pure honey
  • 1/4 cup yellow mustard
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp ground clove

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. Decorate the ham with pineapple rings and cherries using toothpicks to secure them.
3. In a bowl, combine the glaze ingredients, mixing well.
4. Pour the glaze over the ham and bake for about 30 minutes, basting occasionally.
5. Let the ham rest for 15 minutes before serving.

This recipe beautifully combines sweet and savory flavors, making it a festive centerpiece for any occasion.

2. Easy Brown Sugar Ham (Oven-Cooked)

Ingredients

• 8 lb bone-in fully cooked smoked ham
• 1 cup brown sugar
• ½ cup pineapple juice
• ¼ cup honey
• 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
• Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary) and spices (cinnamon, cloves)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
2. Score the top of the ham in a diamond pattern.
3. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, mustard, and spices; bring to a boil and simmer until thickened.
4. Place the ham cut-side down on the baking sheet and brush with half of the glaze.
5. Bake for about 2 hours, brushing with remaining glaze every 30 minutes until heated through.

This recipe highlights a rich brown sugar glaze that caramelizes beautifully during baking.

3. Caramelized Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham (Crockpot)

Ingredients

• 6-10 lb bone-in spiral-cut cooked ham
• 2 cups brown sugar (divided)
• 20 oz can crushed pineapple (divided)
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon (divided)

Instructions

1. Place half of the brown sugar, half of the crushed pineapple, and half of the cinnamon in the bottom of the crockpot.
2. Place the ham on top and create space between slices; smear with Dijon mustard.
3. Add remaining crushed pineapple and sprinkle with remaining brown sugar and cinnamon.
4. Cover and cook on high for about 3-4 hours until heated through.

This crockpot recipe is incredibly easy and results in a moist, flavorful ham without taking up oven space.

These recipes offer a variety of ways to enjoy ham with delightful flavors from pineapple and brown sugar while accommodating different cooking methods!