Double Smoked Ham for Christmas
Recipe Overview
Overview
The Double Smoked Ham recipe is a fantastic way to bring a festive touch to your holiday celebrations. With its rich flavor and beautiful presentation, this ham is sure to be a hit at any Christmas gathering. The process begins with selecting a good quality ham, ideally one that comes with a glaze packet. The brown sugar glaze not only enhances the flavor but also gives the ham a lovely caramelized exterior when smoked.
As you prepare the ham, it’s important to consider the smoking technique. Using hickory wood adds a wonderful smoky flavor that complements the sweetness of the glaze. The key is to maintain a steady temperature of around 275°F while smoking the ham, allowing it to heat through and absorb the flavors. After about two hours, the glaze is applied, creating a sticky, sweet coating that makes the ham visually appealing and delicious.
Once the ham is done, let it rest before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring each slice is tender and juicy. Wrapping the ham in a festive gift bag adds a personal touch, making it a perfect gift for friends and family. With clear reheating instructions included, your loved ones will appreciate the thoughtful gesture and enjoy a delicious meal.
Overall, this Double Smoked Ham recipe is not just about the cooking; it’s about creating memorable moments during the holiday season. Whether served at a family dinner or given as a gift, this ham is sure to bring joy and satisfaction to all who partake.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Bust all the hams out of the package and save the glaze pack.
Place the hams directly on the pit without seasoning.
Tip: Use hickory wood for a great smoke flavor.
Fire up the Outlaw stick burner with a bed of Royal Oak charcoal.
Put the hams on the grill, arranging them evenly.
Close the lid of the Outlaw and maintain a temperature of 275°F.
Cook the hams for about 2 hours at 275°F.
Open the glaze packet and mix with a little orange juice.
Tip: Wait until the last hour to glaze the ham to prevent burning.
Tip: Glazing adds sweetness and improves presentation.
Brush the glaze all over the outside of the hams.
Slide the pan back on the pit to let the glaze caramelize.
Tip: Don't let the pit get too hot to avoid burning the glaze.
Take the hams off the pit after the glaze has caramelized.
Let the hams rest for about an hour in a pan covered with aluminum foil.
Tip: Cover the ham with aluminum foil while resting to keep it warm.
Place the cooled hams inside holiday gift bags.
Bring the gift bags together and tie with a bow.
Tip: Include reheating instructions when gifting the ham.
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Double smoked hams are typically fully cooked and only need to be reheated to a serving temperature of 140°F.
- •Using a glaze made from brown sugar and orange juice adds a sweet and sticky finish to the ham.
- •Hickory wood is commonly used for smoking hams to impart a rich flavor.
- •A 12 lb ham can feed 12 to 15 people, making it a great option for holiday gatherings.
