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                               Baked Ham

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Serving Size  : 30   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Creole                           Meats

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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     1    Ham, whole (16-18 lb)
     5 c  Water
   1/2 c  Cider vinegar
     2    Celery ribs
     2    Bay leaves
     1 ts Thyme
     6    Cloves, whole
     6    Allspice, whole
     2    Garlic cloves, chopped
     1    Onion, small, chopped
     2 c  Brown sugar, light, firm pack
          Pineapple slices, canned
          Cloves
          Watercress
          Sprigs of parsley

 1. Put ham in roasting pan.

 2. Combine water, vinegar, celery, bay leaves, thyme, cloves, allspice,
 garlic and onion; pour over ham.

 3. Bake in preheated 350°F oven 3-1/2 to 4 hours, basting once every
 hour.

 4. Remove from oven; cool and remove skin.

 5. Sprinkle with brown sugar; decorate with pineapple rings and stud with
 cloves.

 6. Bake in 300°F oven until sugar browns and dries.

 7. Garnish with watercress or parsley and serve.

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