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Glazed ham slices with brown sugar and orange juice glaze, butter and Dijon mustard sauce, glossy and caramelized.

Slow Cooker Glazed Ham

Make-ahead slow cooker glazed ham with brown sugar, orange juice, and spices. Serves 18, ready in 5 hours.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Rest Time 10 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 18 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 470
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 7-8 pound ham
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 4 tablespoons butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice

Method
 

  1. Use a sharp paring knife to score the ham, then place it with the cut side facing down into the slow cooker. Pour the orange juice into the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, softened butter, Dijon mustard, cinnamon, and allspice until well combined.
  3. Spread half of the brown sugar mixture evenly over the entire ham, setting aside the remaining glaze for later use.
  4. Put the lid on the slow cooker and set it to LOW, cooking until the internal temperature at the thickest part reads 140°F (60°C), which typically takes 4-5 hours. The exact time depends on whether the ham has a bone; a boneless ham will cook faster.
  5. When there are 10-15 minutes left in the cooking time, brush the remaining glaze over the ham, then re-cover and continue cooking until done.
  6. Take the ham out of the slow cooker and allow it to rest for 10 minutes. If you want a stickier glaze and a crispy exterior, you can optionally place it under the broiler for a few minutes.
  7. Cut into slices and serve.