Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Cola Ham
When it comes to holiday centerpieces or Sunday dinners, we often imagine a kitchen filled with flour, complicated thermometers, and hours of basting. However, some of the most legendary recipes in the culinary world are those that lean into "low and slow" simplicity. The Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Cola Ham is a quintessential example of kitchen chemistry—where a few basic items transform into a tender, glazed masterpiece.
The secret lies in the acidity and sugar of the cola, which tenderizes the meat while creating a deep, caramelized exterior that tastes like you spent all day in the kitchen.
The Power of Three
To create this flavorful roast, you only need three items:
Fully Cooked Bone-In Ham: (7–9 lbs). A spiral-sliced ham is convenient, but a standard unsliced ham often stays juicier in the slow cooker.
Cola: 2 cups (or one 12-oz can). Use a classic, full-sugar cola for the best results; the sugars are essential for the glaze.
Brown Sugar: 1 cup. This works with the cola to create a thick, sticky coating that balances the natural saltiness of the pork.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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