About 20 minutes before it’s done, crank up the heat to 400°F. Remove the foil. Brush on your glaze like you’re painting a masterpiece.
Baste it again every 5 minutes. This builds layers. The sugars will bubble and darken. Your kitchen will smell like heaven’s breakfast.
Watch it carefully. Glaze burns faster than a vampire in sunlight. If it gets too dark, tent it back with foil. You want shiny, not charcoal.
Quirky Ham Laws
Here’s a weird truth: you can eat this ham cold. Right from the fridge. It’s fully cooked. But warm ham with a glossy coat is a crowd-destroyer.
Another oddity – ham loves fruit. Pineapple rings, maraschino cherries, even sliced oranges. Stick them on with toothpicks. It looks retro and hilarious.
Some people use Coca-Cola in the glaze. Yes, the soda. The acid tenderizes, the sugar caramelizes. It’s a science experiment you can eat.
How To Cook A Precooked Ham
