Sam'S Baked Ham

Directions

1. 1
   Cover ham with aluminum foil.
2. 2
   Bake whole ham 3 1/4 to 3 1/2 hours or halve ham and bake 2 1/2 hours at 325°.
3. 3
   After 45 minutes, before baking time is up, remove from oven.
4. 4
   Take off rind and score.
5. 5
   Cut most of fat off.
6. 6
   Stud each square with whole clove.
7. 7
   Ham may be spread with paste of 1 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon dry mustard and 2 to 3 tablespoons of vinegar, honey or syrup.
8. 8
   Return to oven for 45 minutes.
9. 9
   Baste with fruit juice.