Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Slow Cooker Cherry Cola Ham


Ingredients

  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2/3 cup cherry flavor cola
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon dry mustard
  • 1 5 to 5 1/2-pound cooked boneless ham
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
  • Fresh sage leaves (optional)

Directions

In a 5 1/2 or 6 quart slow cooker, combine brown sugar, cola, lemon juice, and mustard. Add ham, turning to coat. Cover and cook on low heat setting for 8 to 9 hours.

Transfer ham to a platter; cover to keep warm. In a small saucepan, stir together the water and cornstarch. Add cooking juices from cooker. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Stir in horseradish. Slice ham and serve with sauce. If desired, garnish with sage leaves.

Makes: 20 to 24 servings