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Cajun Smoked Ham Recipe

Yields1 ServingPrep Time20 minsCook Time50 minsTotal Time1 hr 10 mins

There is no definitive answer to this question as there are many ways to prepare Cajun smoked ham. However, a popular method is to first cure the ham with a salt-based cure, then smoke it using hickory or oak wood.

 1 1/4 teaspoon each black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and ground cumin
 ¾ teaspoon each white pepper, cayenne (ground red) pepper, paprika, and dry mustard
 3 tablespoons brown sugar
 2 pounds boneless smoked ham or smoked pork butt
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1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.

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In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients except the ham.

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2. Remove and discard the ham's casing.

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Prick the ham all over with a fork, then press firmly into the spice mixture to coat.

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3. Bake, uncovered, for 1 1/2 hours.

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Increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees and bake 15 minutes more or until the ham is golden brown.

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* (see below)

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4. Serve hot or at room temperature.

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*At this point, the ham can be stored.

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Label and freeze for up to 3 months at 0 degrees.

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Serving Later

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Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

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Follow directions above.