Fresh Ham Glaze
- 1 14-16 pound fresh ham
- 2 cans beer
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup water plus
- 1/2 cup wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon mustard seed
- 1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper
- l/2 teaspoon celery seed
Bring to boil sugar, vinegar, beer and seasonings. Pour over ham that has been slit about 1/2-inch deep across the top several times. Let stand overnight, or at least 5 hours before you bake at 300 degrees for 4 to 5 hours, basting frequently. When done, cook remaining liquid down to a thick sauce to serve over the ham. Smoked ham could be done the same way.