Campfire Glazed Ham

Here’s a simple and delicious Campfire Glazed Ham recipe perfect for your outdoor adventure:

Ingredients:

• 1 small fully cooked ham (around 2-4 lbs, boneless or bone-in)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 2 tbsp Dijon or yellow mustard
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves (optional, for a warm, spicy touch)
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
• Foil (heavy-duty or double-layered)

Equipment:

• A campfire with a steady bed of hot coals
• Dutch oven, roasting pan, or grill grate
• Tongs and heatproof gloves

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Glaze:
   • In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, honey/maple syrup, mustard, cloves, and cinnamon until smooth.
2. Wrap the Ham:
   • Place the ham on a large piece of heavy-duty foil. Brush the glaze generously all over the ham.
   • Wrap the ham tightly in the foil, ensuring there are no gaps. If needed, double-wrap to keep juices from leaking.
3. Cook the Ham:
   • Campfire Coals Method: Place the wrapped ham on a grill grate or directly on hot coals. Cook for 1-1.5 hours, turning occasionally with tongs to heat evenly.
   • Dutch Oven Method: Place the ham in a Dutch oven and cover. Place it over the coals and add some hot coals to the lid. Cook for 1-1.5 hours.
4. Check for Doneness:
   • Carefully unwrap the foil and check if the ham is heated through (internal temperature should reach 140°F).
5. Caramelize the Glaze (Optional):
   • If you like a slightly crispy glaze, open the foil during the last 10 minutes and let the ham sit uncovered over the coals. Spoon some of the glaze from the foil back onto the ham while it cooks.
6. Serve:
   • Slice the ham and serve it warm with campfire sides like baked potatoes, cornbread, or roasted veggies.

Enjoy your warm campfire ham by the fire at Madison Campground!