Don’t Glaze Too Early, You Monster
Here’s a rookie mistake: slathering glaze on from the start. The sugar burns. It turns into a black, bitter crust.
Wait until the last 30 minutes of cooking. Then go wild. Paint that ham like it’s a Renaissance masterpiece.
Use a brush. Not a spoon. You want even coverage, not puddles.
Quirky Glaze Recipes to Try
Classic brown sugar and pineapple? Boring. Try maple syrup and bourbon. Your ham will get tipsy and delicious.
How about apricot jam and sriracha? Sweet heat. Your taste buds will do a happy dance.
Or go full weird: Coca-Cola and ketchup. Yes, really. It’s a Southern thing. Sticky, tangy, and oddly perfect.
