Baked Ham in Seven-Up Recipe | CDKitchen.com (2024)

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1-2 hrs

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.

Remove any tough outer rind from the ham. Rinse the ham well with cool water. Place the ham on a cutting board.

Cut diamond-shaped slits in the fat side of the ham. Insert cloves, stem-side down, into the slits. Place the ham fat-side up in a shallow roasting pan.

In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar and mustard. Rub the ham with the mixture, pressing it firmly so it adheres.

Gently pour the 7-UP over the ham (trying not to rinse off the brown sugar mixture).

Place the ham in the oven and bake, uncovered, for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until heated through (it should reach 145 degrees F on a meat thermometer). Baste the ham every 15 minutes with the juices in the bottom of the pan.

Remove the pan from the oven and let stand for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Try adding a splash of orange juice or pineapple juice to the soda mixture.

For a crispy exterior, increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees F for the last 15 minutes of baking.

Let the ham rest before slicing to let the juices redistribute.

For a glaze with a kick, add a dash of hot sauce or Worcestershire sauce to the brown sugar mixture.

If the ham starts to overbrown, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.

Try adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to the brown sugar mixture.

For even cooking, place the ham in the center of the oven.

Serve the ham with a side of mustard or a honey glaze for dipping.

Always use a meat thermometer to check for doneness, as cooking times can vary based on the size and shape of the ham.