This isn’t just an appetizer—it’s tradition, distilled. For decades, home cooks have turned to this no-fuss, slow-simmered marvel: tender cubes of ham bathed in a glossy, sweet-tangy glaze that clings like liquid amber. It’s the star of every holiday buffet, the first dish to vanish, the one guests ask for the recipe (and quietly double the batch). With just ham, brown sugar, pineapple juice, and Dijon mustard, it proves that the most cherished foods aren’t complicated—they’re considered.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
It’s foolproof, scalable, and deeply nostalgic—ready in under 4 hours with zero hands-on time. The slow cooker melds the ingredients into a rich, complex glaze that’s more than the sum of its parts: the pineapple juice adds brightness without overwhelming sweetness, the Dijon cuts richness with gentle heat, and the brown sugar caramelizes into a sticky, savory-sweet crust. Best of all? It stays warm for hours, making it perfect for open-house gatherings.
Perfect for:
Holiday open houses, potluck contributions, Christmas Eve grazing tables, or cozy family suppers.
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