Cajun Smoked Ham Recipe

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.