Stuffed Ham

This recipe is all about breaking tradition or making tradition. There really is nothing like ham for the holidays -- so why not give this unconventional stuffed ham a try at Christmas, Easter or any other major gathering.
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 363.42 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large green cabbages, cored and fine chop
  • 3 pound(s) kale, fine chop
  • 4 pound(s) onions, fine chop
  • 4 ribs celery, fine chop
  • 2 tablespoon(s) cayenne or crushed red pepper
  • 1 tablespoon(s) black pepper
  • 2 teaspoon(s) mustard seed
  • 1 tablespoon(s) salt
  • 1 corned bone-in ham (about 22 pounds, give or take)

Instructions
 

  • 1)-Mix together all ingredients except ham.
  • 2)-Cut an "X" measuring 1 inch square and 2 inches deep on underside of ham.
  • Fill "X" with stuffing until no more will fit.
  • Continue cutting "X's" about 1/2 to 1 inch apart all over ham, stuffing them as they are cut.
  • 3)-Center ham on a 4-foot long piece of double-thickness cheesecloth and place any remaining stuffing on top of ham.
  • Wrap cheesecloth around ham and tie ends together to hold stuffing in place.
  • 4)-Place ham in a large stockpot and add enough water to cover.
  • Place lid on pot and bring liquid to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low and continue to cook ham for 20-25 minutes per pound of ham or till internal temperature reaches 160 degrees, adding water as needed to keep ham covered.
  • 5)-Remove pot from heat and allow ham to cool for an hour in the cooking broth.
  • 6)-Transfer ham to a large colander or a rack to drain for about 1 hour.
  • 7)-Remove and discard cheesecloth and place any extra vegetable stuffing on top of ham in a serving dish.
  • 8)-To serve, slice ham and accompany with vegetable stuffing.

Nutrition

Calories: 363.42kcalCarbohydrates: 39.6gProtein: 16.97gFat: 20.36gSaturated Fat: 4.25gCholesterol: 16.67mgSodium: 8924.16mgFiber: 13.77gSugar: 17.71g
Keyword Anniversary Parties, Birthday Parties, Christmas, Dinner Parties, Easter, Family Reunions, Picnics, Pork, Thanksgiving
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