Description

An irresistible sweet and savory turkey ham glazed with brown sugar and pineapple, slow-cooked to perfection. A show-stopping centerpiece for any holiday or family meal with minimal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

1 (3-5 pound) fully cooked turkey ham

1 cup brown sugar, packed (light or dark)

1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices in juice (reserve juice)

3 tablespoons Dijon mustard

1/4 cup honey

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

2 tablespoons cornstarch (for thickening the sauce later)

2 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

1. Remove packaging from turkey ham and score in a diamond pattern.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk brown sugar, 1/2 cup pineapple juice, mustard, honey, vinegar, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger.

3. Spray slow cooker with non-stick spray and pour 1/4 cup pineapple juice in bottom.

4. Place ham flat-side down in slow cooker. Pour 2/3 of glaze over ham.

5. Arrange pineapple slices on top and around ham. Secure with toothpicks if needed.

6. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours, until internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).

7. Remove ham, cover with foil. Transfer liquid to saucepan. Add remaining glaze and bring to simmer.

8. Mix cornstarch and water into slurry, add to simmering liquid and thicken for 2-3 minutes.

9. Slice ham, arrange on platter with pineapple, drizzle glaze over, and serve.

Notes

You can use spiral-cut turkey ham for easier serving and better glaze penetration.

Maple syrup can substitute honey for a different flavor profile.

Fresh pineapple can replace canned for a brighter taste.

For a lighter option, reduce brown sugar to 1/2 cup.

Serve with scalloped potatoes, coconut rice, or apple slaw for a complete meal.