Ginger Ale Baked Ham
I have made ham in many different ways over the years. My family’s favorite though is a boneless ham.
You will see this recipe on my table for every holiday or large family gathering. My brother-in-law brings a whole boneless ham to the gathering.
I add another type also for those that prefer a bone-in ham.
Not only is this Ginger Ale Baked Ham delicious but it is fast and only requires 3 ingredients. This includes the ham itself!!
It doesn’t get any easier than this.
This recipe is great for diabetics. Just switch out the brown sugar for Sukrin Gold. You can find it on Amazon.
Of course any other sugar free brown sugar is good. I have even substituted pure maple syrup on a 1:1 measurement.
Make sure it is pure maple syrup. It does make a huge difference if you don’t.
There will be plenty of liquid to cook the ham. And there will also be some juices leftover for post cooking basting.
My husband has been seen using the leftover. Juices as he would gravy.
These are the INGREDIENTS you will need:
- 8 lbs 6-8 pounds half boneless ham or 6 -8 lbs semi boneless ham
- 1 can 12 OZ. can ginger ale (not sugar free)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar or sugar free alternative
These are the INSTRUCTIONS for preparation:
- Preheat oven to 315° F
- Place ham in baking dish or roasting pan.
- Score ham diagonally both ways about 1/8″ in.
- Pour ginger ale over top.
- Pat brown sugar all over top and sides of ham.
- Bake according to ham package directions. Usually 20 minutes per pound at 325 degrees.
- Cool and serve.
Many of the family love ham. Some even more than turkey!
It is easy to cut and serve. When sliced thinly it is ready for sandwiches.
Those are my own favorite part of the meal. Rthe sandwiches made later.
The leftover ham is also perfect for omelettes, strata, or bean soup.
I usually save my serving of ham for various leftovers. For the first round I choose turkey to fill my plate. And of course the multitude of sides and desserts to follow.
We eat our main meal when the football game starts. And the grazing of the table lasts all day long.
The ham is great for the smaller meal.
The ginger ale is a perfect companion for the ham.
It helps to remove the salty flavors while it cooks.
And the brown sugar patted on the outside melts as the ham cooks, diluting in the juices emitted from the ham and mixing with the juices.
This reaction helps to keep the sodium and sugar counts lower per serving.
When you eat a slice of this ham your palate is hit with the bubbly taste of the ginger ale as well as the pure flavor of the ham.
The mild sugary taste just adds to the mix to tease your taste buds..
This Ginger Ale topped ham is a great addition to any side dish you serve.
Your family will be amazed at the taste. Don’t tell them the secret ingredient is ginger ale.
They will never guess!
Enjoy!
Ginger Baked Ham
Ingredients
- 8 lbs 6-8 pounds half boneless ham or 6 -8 lbs semi boneless ham
- 1 can 12 OZ. can ginger ale (not sugar free)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar or sugar free alternative
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 315° F
- Place ham in baking dish or roasting pan.
- Score ham diagonally both ways about 1/8" in.
- Pour ginger ale over top.
- Pat brown sugar all over top and sides of ham.
- Bake according to ham package directions. Usually 20 minutes per pound at 325 degree.
- Cool and serve.
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You make some of the most delicious sounding meals!! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party – and have a lovely Thanksgiving!
Thank you for hosting Helen. I am glad my recipes speak to you! Happy Thanksgiving!
Looks delicious! Thanks for sharing this on Farm Fresh Tuesdays! Can’t wait to see what’s cooking this week!
Thank you for hosting Lisa. I need to visit your links soon! Happy Thanksgiving. Hugz from me and my family!
Ohhh yum! Such a creative cooking method 🙂
Thank you for linking up with us at Creative Muster! Pinned!
Blessings to you xoxoxo Sharon from Adoring Creations
Thank you for always visiting me and leaving a comment for me, too. Means a lot to me that you take the time to do that! Hugs!
You are very welcome Sharon. throwing parties, attending them and visiting the blogs are the most important part of my blogging. Happy Thanksgiving and know I appreciate all my “tribe.”
I have heard of the root beer, dr. pepper, coke in a roast. This one is new to me and sounds fun. Thank you for sharing!
I love all those flavors Chas. They marinate well. You are welcome Chas. Have a great week!
Nicely done. Sounds. TFS
Thank you Clearissa. Enjoy your week.
Mmmmm!!! Pinning, of course. Just used root beer poured over a pork loin in the crockpot. Delish. I am sure this is mouth watering, too.
Thank you again Leslie. The root beer pork sounds amazing! Enjoy your weekend!
I know what I will be preparing for me and hubby this Thanksgiving. This will be something different beside having pineapple rings on top
Thank You
Enjoy your day and have a great week along with an enjoyable weekend.
I know you will enjoy this version for the ham Colleen. It is always nice to play with recipes. Enjoy! Let me know how it turns out. Have a great week.