Best 3 Southern Living Ham Recipes

Welcome to the ultimate guide to cooking the perfect Southern Living ham, a dish that embodies the spirit of Southern hospitality and tradition. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this article will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to create a mouthwatering ham that will be the highlight of any gathering. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets of selecting the finest ham, preparing it with love, and glazing it with a symphony of flavors. From the initial prepping to the final flourish, we'll guide you every step of the way to ensure your Southern Living ham is cooked to perfection.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HAM DELIGHTS

Ham Delights image

Gussy up the basic ham and cheese slider.

Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen

Categories Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield Serves 6 (serving size: 2 rolls)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

Cooking spray
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon pure maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt (such as Maldon), divided
1 (12-oz.) pkg. Hawaiian dinner rolls (such as King's Hawaiian Sweet Rolls)
12 (2/3-oz.) deli ham slices, 8 oz. total
6 (2/3-oz.) Gouda cheese slices, 4 oz.
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons everything bagel seasoning

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat a 13- x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray; set aside.
Stir together mayonnaise, mustard, maple syrup, and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt in a small bowl. Using a long serrated knife, split the entire loaf of rolls horizontally (do not separate individual rolls from each other). Spread mayonnaise mixture on both cut sides of rolls. Fold ham slices; arrange ham and cheese evenly on bottom rolls. Replace top rolls.
Brush tops of rolls evenly with butter; sprinkle with bagel seasoning and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil. Bake in preheated oven 8 minutes. Remove foil; continue baking until cheese is melted and rolls are golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve immediately.

SOUTHERN BAKED HAM

Southern Baked Ham image

This is the ham I use for the big holidays. Everyone looks foreword to it. My secret is that it's so easy. I pour the extra sauce in a small dish and use it for the ham--or my favorite is to pour it on homemade mashed potatoes. It's a VERY sweet sauce!

Provided by Bri22

Categories Ham

Time 1h40m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

any kind ham (I suggest boneless and not fatty)
1 1/2 cups yellow mustard
1/4 cup honey
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar

Steps:

In a bowl mix together mustard and honey well.
In a separate bowl mix together sugars.
Coat ham with mustard mixture.
Coat ham with sugar mixture.
Bake as directed on ham package.
Mustard and sugar will turn into a dark brown sauce. When that happens, start basting the ham every 15-20 minutes until it's done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.4, Fat 0.5, Sodium 144.6, Carbohydrate 23.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 23.1, Protein 0.6

CRAZY GOOD SOUTHERN BAKED HAM

Crazy Good Southern Baked Ham image

This is a mash up of two recipes with coffee added to give it a kick. It doesn't taste like coffee but I think it gives it a lift.

Provided by FMcLellen

Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham Brown Sugar

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless picnic ham, or more to taste
sea salt to taste
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup sorghum syrup
2 tablespoons brown mustard
1 tablespoon brandy
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
24 whole cloves
2 cups brewed coffee, or as needed

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Place ham fat side-up on a rack in a roasting pan. Score ham fat in a crisscross design; season with sea salt.
Mix brown sugar, sorghum syrup, brown mustard, brandy, dry mustard, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger together in a bowl for the basting mixture. Brush 1/3 basting mixture on top of ham and stick cloves into fat. Pour coffee into bottom of roasting pan.
Cook ham in the preheated oven, brushing with remaining basting mixture every 30 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 2 hours total.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.9 g, Cholesterol 80.6 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1474.6 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

Tips:

Choose the Right Ham: Select a high-quality, fully cooked ham for the best results. Look for a ham that is evenly shaped and has a nice, pink color.
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to the temperature specified in the recipe before placing the ham inside. This helps to ensure that the ham cooks evenly throughout.
Glaze the Ham: Baste the ham with a glaze made from your favorite ingredients. This will help to keep the ham moist and add flavor.
Use a Meat Thermometer: To ensure that the ham is cooked to perfection, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The ham is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C) for a fully cooked ham, or 160°F (71°C) for a spiral-cut ham.
Let the Ham Rest: Once the ham is cooked, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful ham.

Conclusion:

With so many delicious recipes to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect Southern Living ham recipe for your next special occasion. Whether you're looking for a classic glazed ham, a savory ham and cheese casserole, or a sweet and tangy pineapple glazed ham, you'll find it all here. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a delicious and memorable ham dinner with your family and friends.