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Garlic lovers unite! Add more variety to the already savory, smoky flavor of ham. Serve with mashed sweet potatoes, buttered broccoli and seasonal fruit salad.

Garlic-Roasted Ham

1 (3 to 4-pound) center-cut cooked ham*
2 to 4 cloves garlic
1/3 cup molasses
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

1. Heat oven to 300*F.
2. Peel and slice garlic.
3. Using the tip of a paring knife, cut slits in ham roast. Insert garlic slices into slits.
4. Stir together molasses and pepper in small bowl. Spread molasses mixture over ham. Wrap ham with heavy-duty foil.
5. Place foil-wrapped ham in roasting pan. Roast for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until internal temperature as measured with a meat thermometer is 140*F.
6. Serve warm or refrigerate until completely chilled. Slice for sandwiches or cube for salads or main dishes.

Makes 10 to 14 servings.

*Ham has a very strong flavor; small serving portion is recommended.

Nutrition Facts:
Calories 190 calories
Protein 26 grams
Fat 6 grams
Sodium 1359 milligrams
Cholesterol 56 milligrams
Saturated Fat 2 grams
Carbohydrates 8 grams
Fiber 0 grams

Recipe provided courtesy of Pork: The Other White Meat.