20 Dec 2006


BAKED FRESH HAM
		12 Servings.

10 lb fresh ham
2 whole garlic clove --
1 minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp dried rosemary
1/2 tsp ground thyme
1 cup beer

remove any skin, trimming to 1/4-inch of fat.
Mix oil with herbs and rub all over ham.
Leave at room temperature for 1-1/2 to 2 hours
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. 
Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting 
pan, fat side up or cut side down. 
Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes per pound of meat,
until meat thermometer reads 160-185 degrees F. 
Baste occasionally with beer.
Let rest 15 to 20 minutes before carving. 

Hambone makes great flavoring for soups and stews.

For ready-to-eat and canned hams, use same method
but cook only until internal temperature reaches 130 degrees F.
about 8 to 10 minutes per pound.

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