Entertaining guests or having a family gathering? We have the perfect main course for any occasion! With its sweet, irresistible Coca-Cola glaze, this Martha Stewart classic is an explosion of flavor in every bite. And our adapted recipe is specifically designed for busy or relaxed individuals who want to enjoy this dish without the hassle. Get ready to impress your loved ones with a Coca-Cola ham that's incredibly easy to make and has a taste that will leave them craving for more!
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MARTHA STEWART COCA COLA HAM (ADAPTED FOR LAZY PEOPLE)
While watching Martha and her friend Jane prepare this ham for Easter a few years ago, I adapted the recipe slightly and now just eyeball the ingredients and make it with whatever I have on hand. I made it for a potluck with Dr. Pepper, forgot to baste it, dumped cloves randomly in it, and it still turned out great. Mostly foolproof, which is good for foolish college students and klutzy cooks alike. I am posting this mostly for my own reference, so I don't have to go hunting for a handwritten note every time I make this. I'm guessing at the yield, but it was enough to serve several (5-6) at a small potluck. I serve it throughout the year for special occasions, not just Easter. Steps 1-11 are for the regular way; Steps 12-18 are for the lazy adaptation of this recipe.
Provided by Jessica T
Categories Ham
Time 1h41m
Yield 1 ham
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325.
- Score the ham crosswise and lengthwise, forming a crosshatch/square-cut patter about 1/4 inches deep and 1 inch apart. Place a clove in the intersection of each square.
- Place ham in an aluminum roasting pan that you have placed on a baking/cookie sheet (for stability).
- Load the ham with sugar. Use the whole pack and just glom it on. Some sugar will fall off, but keep on packing.
- Bake until sugar just begins to melt (20-30 min).
- Remove ham, pour Coca-Cola all over the ham, and baste the ham with the sugar mixture in the bottom of the pan.
- Bake for another 20 minutes.
- Combine 1 cup of pineapple juice and wine, and baste the ham.
- Bake the ham for about 15 minutes per pound, basting every 20 minutes with the juices.
- During the last 20 minutes, decorate ham with pineapple rings. Use toothpicks to hold the rings in place, and put a cherry in the center of each ring with a toothpick.
- Prior to serving, remove all toothpicks.
- The extremely lazy way:.
- Pack the brown sugar on the ham.
- Pour the Coke and Wine mixture liberally on the ham.
- Forget about the pineapples and cherries, unless you really want pineapple, in which case, stick them randomly on the ham.
- Stuff it in the oven and baste every 20 minutes.
- Cover with aluminium foil after the first basting.
- Use a meat thermometer to tell when it's done, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 4098, Fat 81.2, SaturatedFat 27, Cholesterol 708.9, Sodium 20845.1, Carbohydrate 539, Fiber 10.4, Sugar 510.1, Protein 308
COLA HAM WITH MAPLE & MUSTARD GLAZE
Cook a juicy gammon joint in a cinnamon-spiced stock, then add a sticky syrup and clove sauce and serve in thick slices.
Provided by Caroline Hire - Food writer
Categories Buffet, Main course
Time 3h25m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put 2kg unsmoked boneless gammon joint in a large pan and cover with 2l cola. Add 1 chopped carrot, 1 quartered onion, 1 chopped celery stick, 1 cinnamon stick, ½ tbsp peppercorns and 1 bay leaf.
- Bring to the boil, then turn down to simmer for around 2 ½ hrs, topping up with boiling water if necessary to keep the gammon fully covered.
- Carefully pour the liquid away, then let the ham cool a little while you heat the oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5.
- Lift the ham into a roasting tin, then cut away the skin leaving behind an even layer of fat. Score the fat all over in a criss-cross pattern.
- Mix 150ml maple syrup, 2 tbsp wholegrain mustard, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar and a pinch of ground cloves or five-spice in a jug.
- Pour half over the fat, roast for 15 mins, then pour over the rest and return to the oven for another 30 mins, baste half way through.
- Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 10 mins, then spoon more glaze over the top. Can be roasted on the day or up to 2 days ahead and served cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 20.4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6.7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 13.6 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12.7 grams sugar, Fiber 0.3 grams fiber, Protein 38.2 grams protein, Sodium 5 milligram of sodium
COLA-GLAZED HAM
This is a go-to entree for any holiday. Very easy and always delicious. Spiral-sliced ham baked with a luscious brown sugar and cola glaze. Never failed me yet! Enjoy, and happy holidays!
Provided by Lou Kussard
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham Whole
Time 2h35m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Place brown sugar in a bowl; whisk in just enough cola to dissolve sugar and form a thick glaze. Place ham in baking dish and pour glaze over ham. Add remaining cola to bottom of baking dish.
- Bake ham in the preheated oven, basting with the glaze occasionally, for 2 hours.
- Transfer ham to a serving platter; tent with foil for up to 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 84.7 mg, Fat 28 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 1946.9 mg, Sugar 12.1 g
HOLIDAY HAM A LA MARTHA
I just couldn't resist posting this one. If your a fan of sweet glazed ham this is certainly special enough for Christmas dinner, and it's even easy to do! It's from Martha Stewart.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Ham
Time 2h25m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325ºF.
- Using a sharp knife, score surface of ham crosswise and lengthwise, forming a crosshatch pattern about 1/4-in deep and 1-in apart.
- Place 1 clove in the center of each square. Place ham, fat side up, in a double-layer disposable aluminum roasting pan and pat the brown sugar onto the surface of the ham (Expect some sugar to fall into the roasting pan)
- Transfer to oven, and bake until brown sugar just begins to melt, about 30 minutes.
- Pour Coca-Cola over ham, mixing with melted sugar in bottom of roasting pan. Baste ham with sugar/Coke mixture.
- Return to oven, and bake for 20 minutes more.
- Meanwhile, combine 1 cup reserved pineapple juice and wine in a small bowl. Baste ham with pineapple mixture.
- Bake ham for a total of 16 minutes per pound, basting every 20 minutes. During the last 20 minutes of baking time, decorate ham with pineapple rings (use 2-3 toothpicks to hold each ring in place).
- Center a cherry in the center of each ring, and attach it with a toothpick.
- Transfer ham to a platter, removing all toothpicks. Garnish ham with fresh bay leaves if desired.
- Makes 10-12 servings.
AUNT NAOMI'S EASTER HAM
Martha's friend Jane Heller makes her distinctive Easter dinner of Smithfield ham baked with pineapple rings and cherries, sweet potatoes with marshmallow topping, and her famous cherry Jell-O mold. Her special ham recipe comes from her Aunt Naomi.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Using a sharp knife, score surface of ham crosswise and lengthwise, forming a crosshatch pattern about 1/4 inch deep and 1 inch apart. Place a clove in the center of each square.
- Place ham, fat side up, in a double-layer disposable aluminum roasting pan. Pat brown sugar onto the surface of the ham (expect some sugar to fall into the roasting pan). Transfer to oven, and bake until brown sugar just begins to melt, about 30 minutes.
- Remove ham from oven. Pour Coca-Cola over ham, letting it mix with the melted sugar in the bottom of the pan. Baste ham with sugar mixture. Return ham to oven, and bake for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, combine 1 cup reserved pineapple juice and the wine in a small bowl. Baste ham with pineapple mixture. Bake ham for a total of 16 minutes per pound, basting every 20 minutes with the juices in the bottom of the pan. During the last 20 minutes of baking time, decorate ham with pineapple rings. Use two to three toothpicks to hold each ring in place. Center a cherry in the center of each ring, and adhere with a toothpick.
- Transfer ham to a platter, removing all toothpicks. Garnish ham with fresh bay leaves. Serve.
Tips:
- Choose a fully cooked ham for the easiest preparation method. If using an uncooked ham, it will need to be cooked before continuing with the recipe.
- Use a sharp knife to score the ham in a diamond pattern. This will help the Coca-Cola glaze penetrate the ham and create a more flavorful crust.
- Be generous when applying the Coca-Cola glaze. You want the ham to be completely coated in the glaze.
- If you don't have a baking bag, you can cover the ham with aluminum foil. Make sure to seal the foil tightly around the ham so that the glaze doesn't leak out.
- Cook the ham in a preheated oven at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 140 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the ham rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the ham.
Conclusion:
Martha Stewart's Coca-Cola ham is a classic holiday recipe that is sure to impress your guests. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is irresistible, and the ham is always moist and juicy. With a few simple tips, you can easily make this recipe at home. So next time you're planning a holiday meal, give Martha Stewart's Coca-Cola ham a try. You won't be disappointed!
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