Best 7 Slow Cooked Ham Recipes

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Indulge in the timeless delicacy of slow-cooked ham, a culinary masterpiece that has graced tables for centuries. This succulent dish, often associated with festive gatherings and special occasions, is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide, featuring a diverse collection of slow-cooked ham recipes that cater to every palate and preference. From the classic glazed ham, glistening with a sweet and tangy glaze, to the savory and aromatic herb-roasted ham, each recipe promises an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Discover the art of slow-cooking, a technique that transforms ordinary ingredients into extraordinary delights. With our carefully curated selection of recipes, you'll master the art of creating succulent, fall-off-the-bone ham that will be the star of any meal. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a culinary novice, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you every step of the way. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this timeless classic, presented in a variety of enticing flavors and cooking methods.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKED HAM



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Entertaining doesn't get much easier than serving this tasty five-ingredient ham from the slow cooker. And the leftovers are delicious in casseroles! -Heather Spring, Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h5m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup cola, divided
1 fully cooked boneless ham (5 to 6 pounds), cut in half

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, mustard, horseradish and 2 tablespoons cola. Rub over ham. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker; add remaining cola to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low until a thermometer reads 140°, 6-8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 1180mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein.

SLOW-COOKED HAM AND LENTIL SOUP



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Lentil lovers will enjoy a big batch of this satisfying soup. Just pop it in the slow cooker after lunch, and it will be ready by supper time.-Connie Jones Pixley, Roxboro, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h10m

Yield 11 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
8 cups water
2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the celery, carrots and onion in butter for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the water, lentils, ham, salt, marjoram and pepper. Stir in the celery mixture. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until lentils are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 620mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

SLOW-COOKED HONEY-GLAZED HAM



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The secret of this tender honey-baked ham is slow cooking. I start it in a low temp oven around 6 p.m. the night before if used for breakfast. If used for dinner, it can be started later in the evening, turned off and restarted the next morning. Don't use a spiral-sliced ham because it will dry out.

Provided by Bohunk

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Meat and Seafood     Ham

Time 17h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
½ cup honey
¼ cup molasses
¼ cup orange juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
10 (10 pound) shank ham

Steps:

  • Blend brown sugar, honey, molasses, orange juice, and mustard together in a saucepan over medium-low heat until thickened, about 45 minutes. Remove from heat. Let glaze sit until flavors blend, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C). Place ham in a roasting pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, checking occasionally, about 10 hours. If ham begins to darken at that point, cover with aluminum foil. Continue baking, about 2 hours more.
  • Increase oven temperature to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Bake, coating ham thoroughly with the glaze mixture every 30 minutes, about 2 hours more. Remove from the oven and let stand 15 to 20 minutes before slicing. Serve any remaining glaze with ham, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2830.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 1331.6 mg, Fat 69.6 g, Protein 519.4 g, SaturatedFat 21.4 g, Sodium 18489.5 mg, Sugar 25.2 g

SLOW COOKED HAM AND POTATO CHOWDER



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This recipe is great to use up leftover ham from holiday dinners. It is warm and hearty and is very easy to make in your slow cooker. I love that the potatoes stay a nice, firm texture and yet are perfectly done. This chowder goes great with some cheesy biscuits or crescent rolls right out of the oven!

Provided by JenLove198

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Corn Chowder Recipes

Time 4h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups warm water
2 tablespoons chicken soup base
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
4 potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
1 cup cubed cooked ham
1 cup corn kernels
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup warm water
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon celery seed
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk 3 cups warm water with chicken soup base in slow cooker until soup base has dissolved; stir in cream of chicken soup until almost smooth.
  • Stir potatoes, ham, corn, yellow onion, and butter into the soup mixture.
  • Place flour and 1/2 cup water into a small container with a lid and shake well to combine into a smooth mixture; stir flour mixture into soup. Mix in parsley, dill, and celery seed. Season soup with salt and black pepper.
  • Cook chowder on High for 4 hours or Low for 8 hours, stirring once or twice during cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 19.5 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 1002.6 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

SLOW-COOKED HAM WITH PINEAPPLE SAUCE



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We serve this dish during the holidays because everyone is crazy about it. But it makes it to the table all year long because it's super simple to prepare. -Terry Roberts, Yorktown, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 fully cooked boneless ham (4 to 5 pounds)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained

Steps:

  • Place ham in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small saucepan, mix cornstarch and lemon juice until smooth. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Pour over ham, covering completely., Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours (a thermometer inserted in ham should read at least 140°).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 1638mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein.

SLOW-COOKED HAM AND BEANS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 8h15m

Yield 4 servings (with leftovers)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon hot paprika
1 4-to-5-pound bone-in picnic ham
1 pound dried butter beans or lima beans
1 bay leaf
4 sprigs thyme
1 28-ounce can whole fire-roasted tomatoes
1 bunch scallions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Combine the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes and paprika in a 5-to-6-quart slow cooker. Add the ham, beans, bay leaf and thyme. Pour in 4 cups water; cover and cook on low, undisturbed, 8 hours.
  • Pour the tomatoes into a bowl and crush them with your hands. Add the tomatoes and their juices, the scallions and garlic to the slow cooker. Cover and cook 30 more minutes.
  • Remove the ham from the slow cooker and transfer to a cutting board to cool slightly before slicing. Set aside about one-third of the ham and 3 cups of the stewed bean mixture to make Ham Jambalaya. Serve the remaining ham with the bean mixture.
  • Turn leftovers into Ham Jambalaya

SLOW-COOKED HAM 'N' BROCCOLI



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This sensational dish is so wonderful to come home to, especially on a cool fall or winter day. It's a delicious way to use up leftover holiday ham, too.-Jill Pennington, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 jar (8 ounces) process cheese sauce
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1-1/4 cups uncooked instant rice
1 cup 2% milk
1 celery rib, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or until the rice is tender. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 1434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ham: For the best results, choose a fully cooked ham that is bone-in and has a shank portion. This cut of ham will be more flavorful and juicy than a boneless or shankless ham.
  • Score the ham: Before cooking, use a sharp knife to score the ham in a diamond pattern. This will help the glaze penetrate the ham and create a more flavorful crust.
  • Make a flavorful glaze: There are many different glazes you can use for slow-cooked ham. Some popular options include brown sugar glaze, honey glaze, and maple syrup glaze. You can also add spices and herbs to your glaze for extra flavor.
  • Cook the ham slowly: Slow cooking is the best way to ensure that your ham is tender and juicy. Cook the ham on low heat for at least 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 140 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the ham rest: Before carving, let the ham rest for at least 15 minutes. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the ham, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooked ham is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for any occasion. Whether you are hosting a holiday dinner or simply looking for a weeknight meal, slow-cooked ham is a great option. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make a delicious and memorable ham dinner that your family and friends will love.

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