Country Ham in Pineapple Sauce with Dried Cherries and Raisins
Nothing can compare to a Virginia baked ham, but any good-quality ham used in this recipe will yield surprisingly delicious results. This is truly one of those foolproof throw-everything-in-the-cooker-and-walk-away kind of dishes. Mashed potatoes and green beans make a great accompaniment.
Suggested Beverage: A crisp, aromatic white wine such as a Gewürztraminer or a Sauvignon Blanc Musqué with a bit of residual sugar. Or explore some of the well-made wines now coming out of Virginia.
Recipe information
Yield
serves 4
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Stud the ham with the cloves, then place in the slow cooker.
Step 2
Drain the pineapple juice into a bowl and add the cornstarch. Stir until thoroughly blended. Add the pineapple and preserves and mix well. Pour and spoon over the ham.
Step 3
Cover and cook on low for 5 to 7 hours. Sprinkle on the cherries and raisins and continue to cook for 1 hour, until the meat is very tender.
Step 4
Remove the ham from the sauce and allow to cool for about 15 minutes on a cutting board. Cut into slices and arrange on plates or a serving platter. Generously spoon the sauce over the meat and serve at once.
