Beer-Baked Ham

Directions

1. 1
   Set oven to 325 degrees.
2. 2
   Using a sharp knife remove the tough top layer of skin from the ham.
3. 3
   Score the fat diagonally in a diamond shape pattern.
4. 4
   Soak the ham in the refrigerator in the ginger-ale for at least 4 hours to remove the salt, turning the ham occasionally if needed.
5. 5
   After the 4 hours discard the ginger-ale.
6. 6
   Stud the top of the ham with whole cloves.
7. 7
   Place a large piece of heavy-duty foil in the bottom of the roasting pan (large enough to wrap the ham tightly in).
8. 8
   Place the ham on top of the foil in roasting pan.
9. 9
   In a bowl mix together molasses, dry mustard, pepper and beer; pour over the ham.
10. 10
    Cover very tighty with the foil so the juices do not escape.
11. 11
    Bake the ham for 20 minutes a pound.
12. 12
    Remove the ham to a cutting board place a piece of foil over and let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.
13. 13
    Delicious!