Honey-Baked Spiral Ham in the Slow Cooker

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 (10-12 pound) spiral-cut ham with bone
• 1 cup apple cider
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

6-8 hours on low setting

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy-Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Place the ham in the slow cooker.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider, orange juice, honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, cloves, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the glaze over the ham and cover the slow cooker.
4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature of the ham reaches 145°F.
5. Remove the ham from the slow cooker and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving (1/8th of the ham)
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender, juicy, and flavorful ham
• Sweet and savory glaze with hints of apple, orange, and honey
• Whole ham serves 8-10 people
• Perfect for special occasions or a festive dinner

User Comments:

• "This ham was absolutely delicious! The glaze was perfect and the meat was so tender and flavorful."
• "I made this for my Christmas dinner and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!"
• "This is my go-to recipe for spiral ham. It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If using a boneless ham, reduce the cooking time to 4-6 hours.
• If the glaze becomes too thick during cooking, add a little more apple cider or orange juice.
• To ensure that the ham is cooked to a safe temperature, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature.