Traditional Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the Ham

   Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern and place it in a roasting pan.

2. 2

   Make the Glaze

   In a saucepan, combine honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and apple cider vinegar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth.

3. 3

   Glaze the Ham

   Pour half of the glaze over the ham, brushing it into the scored sections. Reserve the other half for later.

4. 4

   Add Water

   Pour water into the bottom of the roasting pan to create steam during cooking.

5. 5

   Smoke the Ham

   If using a smoker, add wood chips to the smoker. Place the ham in the smoker and smoke for about 3 hours, basting with the reserved glaze every hour. If using an oven, cover the ham with foil and bake for about 1.5 hours.

6. 6

   Finish and Serve

   Remove the ham from the oven or smoker, glaze one final time, and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.