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It Got Rave Reviews
12/30/2006 at 09:46pm
User: Kim from Camden, TN User Rating:
I baked this ham for Christmas and it got rave reviews. I'm from the south, Tennessee actually where ham is always on the table. Everyone at my Christmas dinner couldn't get enough. The best ham I have ever eaten, the best any of us have ever eaten and quite simple to make as well. Kudos to Alton, we have a new family tradition. Kim Camden,Tn.
Sweet & Juicy
12/30/2006 at 08:22am
User: KATY from San Bernardino, CA User Rating:
The best recipe I have tried in years. The ham turned out juicy and tasty. The few leftovers there were great for just snacking on as they were! The whole family enjoy it.
exelent
12/29/2007 at 11:54pm
User: mark from laurinburg, NC User Rating:
i tried this recipe for christmas with friends and everyone loved it. it was so moist and tasty.
Fantastic Ham
12/29/2005 at 06:04pm
User: Jean from GASTONIA, NC User Rating:
This was the best ham I have ever cooked. My guests went back for seconds and thirds. The ham was so tender and had such a wonderful taste. This is a "keeper receipe".
INCREDIBLY delicious!!!
12/29/2004 at 11:36pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Guests would have gnawed on the bone if we offered it! We left all the "trimmings" in the pan for thesecond phase of cooking--what a sinful treat... Gourmet pork rinds for the "kitchen crew." Yu-umm!!
Fabulous Ham
12/28/2007 at 11:04am
User: Kerry from Honolulu, HI User Rating:
I had to suspend disbelief when I saw the ginger snap ingredient, and would not reveal it to my boyfriend who has a loathing of ginger in general. However, with a great respect for Alton Brown, I perservered and followed the recipe exactly. The results? The best ham I have ever tasted, and my unsuspecting boyfriend concurred. Kudos!
Easy and tasty!
12/28/2006 at 05:14pm
User: Giovanna from Plano, TX User Rating:
This ham came out great. My mother in law swears she only likes Honey Baked Hams, but she loved this one. I followed the recipe almost excactly, except I omitted the borboun and the gingersnaps. There was not a single bit of ham left over after Christmas dinner. My 8.5 pound ham took 3 hours for the first cooking portion and about 30-45 minutes for the last.
Excellent
12/28/2005 at 02:22am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made the ham for Christmas dinner; and it was absolutely delicious. One of my guests was skeptical about the crushed ginger snaps. However, the cookie crumbles helped to create a most memorable and tasty crust - much better and more unique than the typical honey glaze.
Great Ham
12/28/2004 at 09:50am
User: ROBERT from Philadelphia, PA User Rating:
Best ham I've ever had.
Fabulous!
12/27/2007 at 04:28pm
User: KC from Reno, NV User Rating:
This is the best ham we've ever had! We make it not only for the holidays but several times throughout the year, it is that good. After Christmas dinner, my sister who doesn't cook much asked for this recipe. Everyone loves it! I use a food processor to crush the gingersnaps as they are a tough cookie to crush. I keep the crumbs in a freezer bag in the freezer to have access to them any time I want to make this ham.
ABSOLUTLY
12/27/2007 at 01:49pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
WONDERFUL!!!!
WOW
12/27/2007 at 09:48am
User: Bridgette from Barstow, CA User Rating:
This ham was the hit for Christmas dinner! It was super easy to make . I used a spiral ham. It came out so moist it was unbelievable. Thanks Alton!
Excellent
12/27/2006 at 08:47pm
User: Denny from Layton, UT User Rating:
Speechless...Ma Mae's Gingersnaps made it.
Better Than I Even Hoped For
12/27/2006 at 02:45pm
User: Jody from Berlin, MA User Rating:
After seeing the Ham I am show and reading the other reviews, I knew I wanted to try this recipe. I imagined I might have similar issues that the other reviewers had (not liking the day-old crust, finding it messy, or difficult) But in a rush to prepare to feed 32 Christmas guests, I slapped this baby together with an audience and it was oh-so-simple! Not messy (and I am not a neatnick in the kitchen). Absolutely fabulous flavor and ultra moist. (I think I started with a good ham) I followed the recipe exactly. So easy, so delicious.
Best Ham EVER!!
12/27/2006 at 02:01pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My husband made this for Christmas and it was gone the next day it was so good. This is the best ham I've ever eaten in my life! It had such a wonderful flavor and moist! This rocks! Will do this instead of Turkey for Thanksgiving next year.
Foolproof Delectable Ham!
12/27/2005 at 12:18pm
User: MEL from Seattle, WA User Rating:
We bought an 8 1/2 pound half ham (shank end) from a butcher shop for our 14-person Christmas Eve dinner party. We knew that 3 or 4 of our guests wouldn't eat ham, so we also cooked 2 chickens, plus a huge array of side dishes and desserts. Almost ALL of the ham was eaten, and we only had a few scraps left the next day! This is truly a foolproof recipe--we had some trouble with our oven temperature and the ham cooked much quicker than expected in the first part of the cooking, so we had to leave it out for a while. Then it took a bit longer than expected in the final part of the cooking, to get a good crust. It still turned out great! We used a blend of equal parts Gulden's spicy brown mustard and Grey Poupon Dijon with a tiny bit of yellow French's, but otherwise stuck to all the ingredients and instructions exactly. Don't omit the spritzed bourbon, brown sugar, or crushed ginger snaps--these are all esential! Next time I will buy a bigger ham so we have more tasty leftovers. I am definitely looking forward to some soup with that ham bone, though.
Please Dont Doubt!
12/27/2005 at 02:00am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I was very weary to use this recipe being that i never made a ham, but i did and I can't tell you how everyone LOVED it! I omitted the bourbon and ginger snaps and it was still great!
Best Holiday Ham
12/27/2004 at 03:16pm
User: CHRISTOPHER from New York, NY User Rating:
This is the best holiday ham my family ever had.
City Ham
12/27/2004 at 01:01pm
User: MICHAEL from Lake Peekskill, NY User Rating:
I used this recipe for Christmas dinner and the ham was by far the best ham I have ever made ....only thanks to this recipe.
Simply the Best!
12/26/2007 at 11:53pm
User: Catherine from Riverview, MI User Rating:
"Better than all the rest"! I have been making this recipe for several years, and I will never use another recipe again. It has a few more steps than what most people are used to, but it sure is worth it! We love the leftovers and the bone makes great stock too! I probably make this once a month, it is THAT good!
nothing special
12/26/2007 at 11:09am
User: D from Kansas City, MO User Rating:
The recipe is easy enough to follow, there's nothing tricky about it. When all was said and done, however, there was nothing particularly outstanding about the ham. After 5 hours in the oven it was a little dry. The crust had a strong flavor, which is ok in small bites, but nothing you want to eat a lot of. And it goes soft and pasty as soon as the ham cools. We had to purchase bourbon for the recipe, fortunately only a tiny sized bottle, but you cannot tell it had been used (only one quick spritz) so if you don't have any you might as well leave it out -- just use water to set the crumbs. I doubt we'll go to the trouble of making this again.
Fantastic presentation & taste
12/26/2005 at 11:08am
User: Albert from Raleigh, NC User Rating:
This turned out to be a "showcase" ham and the taste was fantastic. My wife said that it was the best ham she ever had and I can't wait to do another.
The best
12/26/2005 at 06:13am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Awesome and very easy!
holiday help
12/26/2004 at 03:28pm
User: AMY from LaGrange, KY User Rating:
I was in charge of Christmas dinner for the first time this year. This recipe helped me get rave reviews from even the most finicky of family members. Alton, dear, I owe you one.
Alton's City Ham - The greatest!
12/26/2004 at 01:51pm
User: SUSIE from Winter Park, FL User Rating:
My husband decided to try Alton's city ham recipe for Christmas dinner. How glad I was he did. It was the most fabulous Christmas ham EVER! You've got to try it!
Very tasty
12/26/2004 at 11:39am
User: BRIAN from Firestone, CO User Rating:
Since I liked Alton's Turkey recipe, I decided to give this a try. My wife thought it was better than a Honey Baked ham. It's really pretty easy to make, and it really does taste great. Maybe next time I'll inject some of the bourbon into the ham.
excellent ham
12/26/2004 at 03:00am
User: ROSEMARY from euless, TX User Rating:
everyone enjoyed it loved it myself give it 5 stars
Best Ham Ever!
12/25/2006 at 11:04am
User: David from springfield, OH User Rating:
I have made this ham so many times by request, everyone who tries it loves it! I make it every time I buy a city ham. A must try and fairly simple to make. Is worth the time to make it!
Christmas family favorite
12/25/2006 at 09:05am
User: JoAnna from Chadds Ford, PA User Rating:
We have been making this for about 6 years and it is a christmas favorite. The crust made by the gingersnaps, mustard and bourbon is out of this planet!
tasty ham
12/25/2006 at 06:19am
User: RALPH from CHARLESTON, WV User Rating:
very moist. tastes great
gone in 60 seconds
12/25/2004 at 03:37pm
User: BILL from sacramento, CA User Rating:
I did the city ham recipe for our family Christmas eve dinner.Everybody loved it, they couldn't get enough of the ham. Everyone was surprised when I told them it had whiskey on it. I will be doing this ham again.thanks
Haming it up!
12/25/2004 at 12:16pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Outstanding recipe. And like almost every recipe by Alton, the ingredients are right on the money!
this is great!!!!!
12/25/2004 at 11:02am
User: JASON from cumming, GA User Rating:
I made this for thanksgiving and it was a hit. I did omit the ginger snaps to keep the crust from getting soggy. I also gave it an extra spritz of whiskey halfway through the final hour in the oven. I'm making it again christmas day for my folks and my neighbors what one for New year's.
Big Hit With All!
12/24/2007 at 07:26pm
User: Catherine from Broken Arrow, OK User Rating:
I tried this recipe for Christmas Dinner and everyone went crazy over it. I have one question though. Some of the reviews seem to say that the outside gets crusty. I followed the directions perfectly and my crust stayed soft, and just seemed to absorb all the meat juices. Is it supposed to get crunchy?
Alton's City Ham
12/24/2006 at 03:09pm
User: Wayne from Westerville, OH User Rating:
I've been told on numerous occasions that hams I've made using this recipe (usually replacing the bourbon with scotch or cognac) are "the best ham I've ever tasted".
Great ham
12/24/2006 at 12:41pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My wife made this after watching Alton's show, for Thanksgiving. It ws terrific, simple, and it's coming out again for Christmas!
love this recipe
12/24/2006 at 11:29am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
i love this recipe i use it every christmas.
Requested for the 3rd Christmas
12/24/2006 at 05:23am
User: Teresa from Tallahassee, FL User Rating:
This is my daughters boyfriends favorite meal that I prepare. Of course, he was raised Jewish and I feel as if I am somehow exposing him to the wild side but nevertheless, he is in love and it doesn't seem to be my daughter that he is talking about.
the BEST HAM ever!
12/23/2007 at 08:25pm
User: David from Seattle, WA User Rating:
I've been making this for a few years now and it has never failed to be a hit with guests!! WOOHOO!
Gluey crust
12/23/2006 at 11:45pm
User: Paul from williamston, NC User Rating:
Once put into fridge, crust becomes soggy and mushy. Almost, like library paste. Good flavor but only make if you are serving immediatly, not good made ahead!!!!
An excellent ham
12/23/2006 at 10:16pm
User: Earle from Bangor, ME User Rating:
I am a ham fanatic! I love ham. I tried this recipe for the first time last year for Christmas dinner and it was a HUGE hit. Everyone loved it and it has now become a part of our family tradition. Thanks for a great recipe!!!
yum!
12/23/2006 at 12:12pm
User: patti from austin, TX User Rating:
fast, easy, can get started and rely on my daughter to finish by following easy to read recipe. I will use for Christmas eve festivities and it will be a hit.
excellent recipe
12/23/2006 at 06:21am
User: geri from Canton, MI User Rating:
best glaze I've ever made from scratch!
Shockingly great ham!
12/23/2005 at 04:27pm
User: Brandee from San Jose, CA User Rating:
I do not like ginger snaps so I was reluctant to try this recipe, but I am glad that I did. This was the best ham I have ever had and it saved me a lot of money as I typically buy a ham from The Honey Baked Ham Co. You have to try this ham!!!
Alton's City Ham Rocks!
12/23/2005 at 02:22pm
User: Jennifer from Parma Heights, OH User Rating:
Best ham recipe I have ever used. Might even be better than Honey Baked Ham.
city ham
12/23/2005 at 01:43pm
User: ken from w. richand, WA User Rating:
Good eats
Mark
12/23/2004 at 10:27am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Tried this recipe last year, just wasnt that great.
AMAZING
12/22/2007 at 08:32pm
User: SAM from DUBUQUE, IA User Rating:
I SEEN IT MADE ON TV AND HAD TO TRY I LOVED IT ALONG WITH MY ENTIRE FAMILY FOR THE HOLIDAYS IT IS REQUESTED THAT I MAKE IT FOR THE HOLIDAYS EVERYYEAR
What is a "city ham"?
12/22/2005 at 11:15am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
A better recipe would have gone into more detail of what exactly a "city ham" is. Brined in what? Could I take a fresh ham and brine it? My grocer had no idea what a city ham is.
Cheap eats with flava
12/22/2004 at 09:58pm
User: DAVE from San Leandro, CA User Rating:
Leaving the nest and wondering how on earth I was going to be making all of those cool recipes my Mom used to make... I could feel the headache coming already. Then comes in Alton Brown with his great recpies AND explanations why food does what it does. Works great for a tech geek like me. So why so important to a ham? I was always duped into thinking that the thing my mom bought and put cloves in WAS ham. Now I have the recipes BETTER than mom used to make and I teach her how to cook some of these wonderful concotions. Mom's cooking has been foiled, (to a certain degree) Now the legacy lives on and my kids will long for Dad's cooking. (that's me.) This ham is easy just as most of the Good Eats recipes are. keep a copy of the video on hand and rewind and watch the whole process. You cannot go wrong and you will end up with a great ham. One thing NOT to skimp on.. is the utility knife. Now don't be lazy and use the same blade you were using outside.. get a new blade in that knife. using anything else will just end up getting you hurt. Otherwise, the recipe and the show (if possible) will keep you in good graces with all of your guests. (the ones that actually eat some of the wonderful ham you made.)
yay Pig!
12/22/2004 at 06:09pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Best ham EVER! Beats Honeybaked hands down. My step mother is making _her_ ham this x-mas, so we've decided the day after we're making Alton's so we don't miss out!!!
Sweetest and most tender ham ever!
12/21/2006 at 10:38am
User: Tonya from Jacksonville, FL User Rating:
This is my favorite recipe ever. I'll be making this ham for a third time for Christmas. I was very tired of the usual ham with pineapple recipe and saw Alton show this recipe. I was a little nervous about the bourbon at first, but trust me the flavor is amazing. I use Grey Poupon mustard in this recipe because it just taste so much better in my opinion than the cheaper mustards. I coat the ham with my hands, as I do with the brown sugar. I like a heavy coating of these two on it. The diamond cutting into the skin may be a little difficult at first, but just take your time. The more you do it, the better you get at it. The ham will have an amazing crust on it and be so sweet so if you like a good, tender and sweet ham this is the recipe for you. I'll never make another recipe for as long as I live!
Alton Brown is a Food Science god
12/20/2007 at 08:45am
User: Jody from Columbus, OH User Rating:
I make this ham twice a year. Once for Christmas and once for Easter. I am praised as being an excellent and clever cook. I owe it all to Alton Brown. This ham is wonderful, flavorful, juicy and perfect. Thank you, Alton, for contributing to my holiday success.
Flavorful!
12/19/2006 at 06:48am
User: Kari from Severna Park, MD User Rating:
This is a wonderful addition to ham, which is a wonderful thing in its own right.
Wow!
12/19/2005 at 02:22pm
User: maren from las cruces, NM User Rating:
I jsut made this recipe for a Christmas party and it was a hit! I followed it exactly and couldn't be more pleased with the result. I overheard one guest say that he had "become full three servings ago but just couldn't stop eating"! This ham was so much better than a Honeybaked ham and much nicer priced. I did not have any issues with mushiness upon reheating, either. Perfect all around.
Best ham!!!!!!!!!!
12/17/2006 at 10:19am
User: Lisa from Heflin, AL User Rating:
We tried this recipe last year when we saw it on Good Eat's and it is the best tasting, tender, juicy,and easy recipe we have ever tried. Everyone wants the recipie and we just tell them it is our little family "recipe". Thank you!!
Fantastic!
12/17/2005 at 02:31pm
User: Rebecca from Reeds Spring, MO User Rating:
Fairly easy to prepare, although the crushed gingersnaps tend to not stick very well. I suggest placing the ham on a stand where you can reach the lower areas when painting the mustard, and packing on the brown sugar and gingersnaps. If you do it in the roasting pan, the sides of the pan make it difficult to get the lower areas covered. Just a tip - if you make this a little ahead, and feel it needs to be gently reheated, line a pan with foil, drizzle just a small amount of apple juice over it, and poured some in the bottom of the pan first. This keeps it from drying out and is a nice complement to the flavor of the ham.
Wonderful
12/17/2004 at 10:36am
User: VIVIAN from bethany, OK User Rating:
Wonderful incredibly flavorful ham recipe. Hard to find much better than this one.
WHATTA HAM!!!!!!!
12/16/2006 at 01:38am
User: Stephen from Danville, IL User Rating:
Boy howdy this was a good ham recipe. We enjoyed this ham for Thanksgiving, and it was wonderful. Two weeks later we ate the other ham my boss gave me for the holidays only this time we used molasses cookies instead of ginger snaps and it was equally as fantastic. Just wanted to spread that little recipe change with everyone.
Best Ham Ever
12/16/2005 at 09:32am
User: matt from muncie, IN User Rating:
I made this ham for Christmas Dinner for the first time about three years ago (after the first time I saw this episode of Good Eats). Everyone loved it so much, that it has become a tradition. I am getting ready to make this recipe for the fourth time. I use a whole ham, and if you do as well, keep in mind that the cooking time for the intial bake increases drastically (6-7 hours).
Best Ham
12/15/2006 at 12:41pm
User: Robert from Happy Valley, OR User Rating:
This is the best recipe for Ham I have ever used. While it takes longer than most to bake, it is well worth the wait. I highly recommend this recipe.
Love it
12/15/2006 at 09:15am
User: Aida from Waldorf, MD User Rating:
This is a great and easy recipe. I love the use of ginger snaps ... it gave the ham a crispy sweet and a bit tangy coating.
City Ham
12/15/2004 at 06:30pm
User: SHELLEY from Chandler, AZ User Rating:
This recipe is absolutely the best!! I've used it for 3 years and ALWAYS get compliments on my ham. Even from my husband who "hates" mustard--he doesn't even notice the dijon. My Mom is coming for Christmas this year and I can't wait to get her evaluation. I know she will love it.
Mmm good
12/15/2004 at 08:10am
User: JACQUITA from Trenton, IL User Rating:
this is a really laid back, taste great, and the smell is unbelieveable
Awesome Ham!!!
12/14/2005 at 10:35am
User: Tim from EHT, NJ User Rating:
This was so easy and it has become a family favorite for the holidays. It is really awesome, everyone loves it!!!
City Ham a hit at Christmas Potluck
12/14/2005 at 08:35am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I tried the City Ham recipe for my office Christmas Potluck yesterday and I thought they were going to fight over the bone! Everyone was asking me the recipe for ham. I will make this for our Christmas Eve dinner this year so my own family can enjoy! Thanks Alton
Awsome Ham!
12/14/2004 at 05:39pm
User: PETER from Brighton, MI User Rating:
My family typically gets bored with ham throughout the year from having it at every family Holiday get together. This ham is always a big hit and they never tire of its flavor. Turns an inexpensive brand of ham into a favorite.
ham
12/13/2005 at 04:31pm
User: susan from midlothian, VA User Rating:
I converted my ham hating husband with this recipe. He must have eaten 10 slices!! The gingersnaps and bourbon give it a great kick.
Best Ham
12/12/2006 at 09:37am
User: C from Mabank, TX User Rating:
I tried this ham last Easter and now my family is expecting it this Christmas, everyone loved it.
New Christmas Tradition!
12/11/2006 at 01:08pm
User: Julie from Vicksburg, MI User Rating:
I made this recipe last year for our Christmas dinner and my family loved it, When I began looking at this year's menu my family responded "well we are having that ham again right?" Sooo Mr. Brown it looks like you have started a new tradition in our home for Christmas. Thanks for such superb "Good Eats".
Was a huge hit with my folks
12/11/2005 at 10:43pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Have made this city ham twice for my family and they all loved it...even my very picky youngest brother (13 yrs. old). The preparation is a little messy, but worth it because it's SO tasty! Leftovers don't last long at all.
The best ham ever
12/10/2005 at 10:26am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We cooked this ham for Thanksgiving... it was the best!
I don't like green eggs, but I DO love this ham!
12/06/2007 at 02:25pm
User: PATRICIA from Katy, TX User Rating:
This is the best ham I have ever had. I have used a few different brands (Cooks, Smithfield) and even used both the butt and the shank ends, all with fabulous results. I have not used the gingersnaps yet as I always seem to forget to add them to the grocery list, but even without them, this ham is wonderful. It is pretty simple to do, and the aroma is unbelievable! We never had had other than on Christmas Eve at my sister's (she gets a honey baked ham). However, since making this a few years ago, I have to make it on Christmas Day and several other times a year at the insistence of my husband. By the way, the leftovers are marvelous chopped up and sauteed in an omelette - Bless you AB!
Awesome Ham
12/06/2004 at 09:10pm
User: SHAWN from east peorial, IL User Rating:
I made this ham for a christmas party along with a Venison Roast and a Cajun Fried Turkey. BY FAR the ham got the best reviews. I did not have bourbon so I used Dewars Whisky. I bought the cheapest hock ham at Super Walmart I could find and everyone thought it was great. Make sure you get all of the fat off and make sure it is dry before you put on the mustard and brown sugar. A must try.
Excellent ham
12/05/2004 at 01:39pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was a hit when I made it for a pack of men. It is a simple, no non-sense ham that everyone can enjoy.
Can't get enough
12/02/2007 at 12:35pm
User: Michele from Port Jervis, NY User Rating:
I cannot get away with making ham any other way! My family simply will not accept it. You have to give this a try. What a winner!
Fantastic!
12/01/2005 at 04:52pm
User: RHONDA from Raymond, NH User Rating:
This ham is delicious! This is the recipe I'm going to use from now on when I make a ham.
A ham for all occasions
12/01/2004 at 10:00am
User: CHRIS from Champaign, IL User Rating:
I've made this ham now at least half a dozen times in the past couple of years, and each time it's great. It does take a bit of time, and a good pair of tongs are very helpful. I've subbed the burbon with southern comfort, and it works great. but it is true, that if you're looking for leftovers, the crust becomes mushy, and can be not so nice to look at, but it still tastes great. ;-)
YUM YUM!!
11/28/2005 at 12:47pm
User: CASSIE from El Paso, TX User Rating:
This was FABULOUS!! I made it a long time ago and will make it for Christmas dinner. I can't believe I didn't rate it!
i am ham
11/27/2005 at 03:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
grate eats man a or woman.
Definitely a different Ham...
11/26/2005 at 02:38pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The ginger snaps and mustard make for a unique flavor. I'll definitely do it again for a holiday.
great stuff
11/26/2004 at 02:01pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Best way to do city ham I have found yet.
City Ham Fantastic
11/24/2004 at 07:44am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I am not a chef by trade. I fix computers all day but, I wanted to fix something different for Thanksgiving. The recipe took a $10 ham and made it delicious!! Try it I know you will like it.
Wow, what a twist.
11/23/2006 at 12:57am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I thought there might be too many flavors happening when I first saw this episode but, I can admit I'm wrong. Alton, yet again, delivers an amazing blend of tastes. The ginger snaps lend a twang to the mustard and brown sugar. The only adjustment I made was adding coke as my spray on liquid instead of the bourbon.
Better than Dessert!!
11/21/2005 at 05:08pm
User: Leah from Cheektowaga, NY User Rating:
I was living in Ohio last year and hosted Christmas Dinner for some friends. I decided to make this recipe and everyone LOVED it!! A few people questioned the ginger snaps that are used...until they tasted it! It delivers just enough sweet and spice throughout the meat. Since I'm home for the holidays this year, I thought I'd try it again for my family...
Terrific Ham!
11/21/2005 at 07:19am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made my ham this way last year and will do so again this year! I've never received raves for a ham, but no one could stop talking about it when I used this recipe!
GOOOD HAM
11/20/2006 at 11:39pm
User: terry from anderson, SC User Rating:
i have been tring diffrent ways to cook ham because i just did'nt think i was getting it right. after watching a this program i had to try it what a wonderful way to make a ham. try it on your grill it's even better
Fantastic
11/19/2007 at 10:29am
User: Jim from Atlanta, GA User Rating:
This is an excellent recipe. I've taken this ham to several parties and it always gets raves.
Great Meal
11/16/2006 at 03:56pm
User: Ronald from New Britain, CT User Rating:
This was one of the most delicious ham dinners, I have ever cooked. It was worth the little extra effort at preparation.
Best Ham I Ever Had
11/15/2005 at 08:02pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
What a great recipe. I served it for guests and they all raved and agreed that it was the best tasting ham. The gingersnaps added such a great taste and kept the ham juicy.
Fantastic!
11/15/2005 at 09:08am
User: George from baltimore, MD User Rating:
This recipe rocks. Every time I make it my guests go wild over it.
sharon
11/14/2006 at 06:35pm
User: SHARON from REDDING, CA User Rating:
it is excellent
Best Ham Ever
11/14/2006 at 02:38pm
User: Estee from Phillips Ranch, CA User Rating:
This ham was without a doubt the best my family and friends have ever parten in. One friend who is not a fan of ham had 4 servings. The sauce was out of this world. Thanks Alton. It's superb!
amazing
11/14/2006 at 02:29am
User: Toni from Fresno, CA User Rating:
I make this ham a lot at least 3 times a year. Now my family calls it my famous ham and ask me to make it quite often. It's a crowd pleaser and trust me there are hardly ever any leftovers at this house. Thank you to Alton Brown for an amazing recipe that makes the holidays special and make me a Hero in the kitchen.
Does it get any better?
11/12/2004 at 03:42pm
User: CHARLEEN from Jonesborough, TN User Rating:
This was an easy recipe that has made each ham I prepare moist and mouth watering. I have a picky eater for a husband and this has passed with flying colors and he asks for it now.
The Best Ham Ever!!!!!!!!
11/11/2006 at 11:42am
User: Kim from Jacksonville, FL User Rating:
I have made this ham every time I cook a whole ham, which is several times a year. Make this, I guarentee that you will never make it any other way.
Great for Thanksgiving!
11/09/2007 at 12:45pm
User: Jamie from Winter Park, FL User Rating:
Best ham I ever had! Made it last Thanksgiving and plan on making it this one!
Spectacular Ham
11/09/2005 at 04:29pm
User: ida from Port Matilda, PA User Rating:
I had my doubts when my husband decided to make this ham for our Christmas dinner in 2004 -- especially without testing it first. I was very pleasantly surprised by the results, and have found myself dreaming of this delicacy throughout the year. Even though the recipe name is "City Ham", the gingersnaps give it a nice country charm. I highly recommend this recipe, no matter where you live! Now that the holiday season is fast approaching again, I was panicked that I wouldn't be able to find the recipe again. Thank you FoodTV for making searching so easy!
City Ham ROCKS
11/08/2007 at 09:41am
User: Dwight from Fort Worth, TX User Rating:
I did it last year for the family at Thanksgiving and they are requesting it AGAIN this year! One of the very best ham recipes around! Thank you Alton!
city ham
11/06/2005 at 08:24pm
User: Rose from Hamlet, IN User Rating:
I see this city ham on the show and thought,who would go to all that trouble to make a ham. I will and do. I don't make a ham any other way,my whole family loved it...
juicy and succulent ham
11/06/2005 at 09:57am
User: Alvia from Boise, ID User Rating:
This ham is juicy, tender and delicious. I left off the bourbon and the cookies ( at my husband's insistence.
A Holiday Must
11/06/2005 at 08:43am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Our Easter and Christmas are now incomplete without this ham. Thanks Alton!
Alton Brown
11/05/2006 at 10:12pm
User: Jeremy from Portland, TN User Rating:
This recipe sounds really good I'm going to try it for Thanksgiving.
A city ham for a country girl
11/05/2004 at 09:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I do like city ham, I do like it, Sam I am! (Too Dr. Seuss?) It's wonderful! (Yes, I'm a country girl!)
Best Ham -Ever-
11/05/2004 at 01:36pm
User: RACHEL from Brunswick, MD User Rating:
I made the city ham just before the turkey went into the oven, last Thanksgiving day -- this way, my guests would have something to pick at while being tortured with the mouth-watering smell of my turkey. Everyone -raved- over the ham, much more-so than I would have expected! The ham was falling off of the bone-tender, and SO flavorful. I can't recommend it enough.
Forbidden to make anything else
11/02/2005 at 10:02pm
User: SARAH from Riverton, NJ User Rating:
I tried this ham a few years ago right after Isaw the episode. My friends and I get together for our own Thanksgiving every year and I make a ham and a turkey. This year, I proposed trying a different ham recepie and recieved evil looks for even thinking about it. You must try this recepie! It is awesome with eggs the next day too.
The perfect Easter Ham
10/29/2006 at 03:11pm
User: Melissa from Kent, WA User Rating:
I've made this for Easter the past two years and it is so moist. The coating keeps the juices in the ham and the bourbon gives it an extra kick. I won't use any other glaze. This is the best.
Wonderful Easter ham
10/28/2006 at 11:09pm
User: JOE from San Diego, CA User Rating:
Ham came out wonderful, everyone loved it.
Yum
10/26/2006 at 01:55pm
User: Debra from Grand Forks, ND User Rating:
This is a good recipe, but it is different. So, if you never like anything that is outside of the "norm" you may not like it. I loved it. And my husband likes that we now have whiskey in a spray bottle.
VERY GOOD AND SUPER EASY
10/23/2006 at 12:00am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The mustard crust was the best part, and turned an other wise every day ham into a very good dinner.
Ginger cookies and ham
10/20/2004 at 12:45am
User: LARRY from Columbus, TX User Rating:
I cooked this ham for Christmas last year... everyone raved about it! Everyone loved the ginger-brandy crust!
Great job AB
10/19/2006 at 03:11pm
User: manny from WORCESTER, MA User Rating:
This board won't accept my review. Probaly because I use more than 3 word senetences. Too bad, it was a good one.
awesome!!!
10/15/2006 at 02:29pm
User: David from Miramar, FL User Rating:
Easy to make and great tasting. Worth a try.
Finally.
10/10/2004 at 01:01pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Someone taught me how to make a simply delicious ham that isn't dry!
Amazing City Ham!!!
10/07/2004 at 08:13pm
User: SHANNON from Woodridge, IL User Rating:
The first time I ever saw Good Eats AB was making this ham. Since I was not familiar with the show (yet) I searched online for over an hour to find the recipe. I made it for my family that Christmas Eve, and they loved it!!! Now it is a tradition. Last year I got married on Christmas Eve, and I even set aside time on my wedding day so that we could keep up the tradition. It is amazing each and every time!
FABULOUS!
10/03/2005 at 07:03pm
User: Paula from Middleton, WI User Rating:
Every time we've made this ham for parties, etc, it absolutely knocks people's socks off!
Yummy!
10/02/2006 at 10:19pm
User: Michelle from Ormond Beach, FL User Rating:
My husband, who does not like leftovers, happily ate this four nights in a row. My only question is does everyone else's sauce melt off (not completely) and pool in the bottom of the pan? Don't get me wrong, we happily spoon it back over but wasn't sure if it was supposed to make a crust or a glaze.
Layers of flavors!
10/02/2006 at 11:14am
User: Bonnie from Marietta, GA User Rating:
This was the best ham I've ever made or eaten. Perfect blend of everything for layers of flavors. Don't skimp on anything! The ham was tender and moist. I had a 7 lb ham but wish I had made a bigger one for more leftovers! P.S. Thanks reviewer for the pork rind idea - sinful!
Holy cow that's good ham!
10/01/2006 at 11:49pm
User: AMY from St Joseph, MO User Rating:
MMMmmmMMM. Tell your grandmother thanks for me AB!
City Ham
09/30/2006 at 08:38pm
User: James from Anchorage, AK User Rating:
Superb taste
Great Easter Ham
09/11/2005 at 09:28am
User: Patrice from Lorton, VA User Rating:
This was the best ham I have ever tasted. Usually there are lots of left overs when you make a big ham, but by the week's end it was gone. People I had invited to dinner were calling asking me for the recipe or leftovers. Even more impressive, This ham makes the best ham sandwiches.
The Best Ham-EVER!
09/08/2005 at 12:31pm
User: Ava from Chesterfield, VA User Rating:
This recipe has become a family favorite. It's easy and always inspires rave reviews. Persons reviewing this recipe not offering praise must have oven or direction following difficulties.
Rockin Ham
08/29/2005 at 09:51pm
User: KRISTIN from Phoenixville, PA User Rating:
Wow - I'm not a baked ham fan (unless it is a country ham)and this was delicious. I had a ham in the freezer that I was procrastinating using as it is a very unexciting meal in my opinion. My family enjoyed it - the kids even ate it :-). This is a keeper and I won't feel the same about 'city' ham again! Thanks Alton!
Best ham EVER!
08/28/2004 at 07:13pm
User: AMY from Jackson, TN User Rating:
This is the best ham recipe EVER!!! It is alittle time consuming...but it isn't hard for the first timer cook. I made it for Easter dinner...and I'm requested ever year to keep making it. I would highly recommend everyone to try it at least once..you wil not be sorry you did! Once again, Bravo AB!
the best ham ive ever had
08/21/2005 at 04:43pm
User: JENNIFER from deal island, MD User Rating:
although this is time consuming for just an ordinary meal, i decided to try it for sunday dinner and boy was i glad i did. This has to be without a doubt the best tasting crust ive ever had on a city ham and the way you have to cook it makes it so much easier to serve. Alton, bravo...and thanks for perservering in getting the secret ingredient!
Best Ham Ever!
08/17/2006 at 10:15am
User: Beverly from Plantation, FL User Rating:
After watching Alton make this ham on Good Eats, I had to try it. I am a beginning cook, and have never made a ham before. I took the risk and made it for a holiday party with friends coming over. It was a smashing success! Even the guest who normally doesn't care for ham had seconds and took some home, too. It is a little time consuming to make, but every minute is worth it. The flavor of this ham is unbelievable. It is also great cold and makes excellent sandwiches.
Wonderful
08/17/2005 at 08:45pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This not only tasted great but it was the first time that I had cooked a ham and it was so much easier than I thought it would be.
Better than Pineapple
08/14/2007 at 03:57pm
User: Rae from Austintown, OH User Rating:
I have always used pineapple and brown sugar for a glaze but tried Alton's City Ham recipe and was blown away with the flavor. Don't think I will ever go back to pineapple & brown sugar. My family loved it.
The only way we cook city ham
07/30/2006 at 08:30pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is the only way we cook city ham anymore, After trying this recipe, earlier this year it has not only become a family favorite, but also a favorite of friends who have tasted this excelent and easy recipe!
The best ham recipe, Thanks Alton!
07/28/2007 at 09:45am
User: brandie from st. louis, MO User Rating:
I have made this ham 2 times so far, the first time I didn't change a thing and I must say it was really good. However, *I* absolutely HATE bourbon (it's just a taste preference). So the next time I made it I used Captain Morgans spiced rum, and it was even more phenomenal. This is now our Christmas ham recipe, I don't see this one EVER going away. Loved loved loved it!
Christmas ham
07/28/2006 at 09:42pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I have made this at Christmas for the last 3 years. It is excellent!
Ham I Am - City Ham
07/26/2005 at 12:31pm
User: Leslie from King George, VA User Rating:
Excellent result. The only way I will cook hams from now on.
Nice simple recipe!
07/25/2004 at 05:46pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
As a ham novice, this was the perfect recipe for me. Long have I stared at those 10 lb. shanks in the meat department without a clue how to cook them. This is the one and only recipe you'll need for city ham...
OH MY GOSH!!
07/20/2005 at 07:57pm
User: Kim from Bakersfield, CA User Rating:
This is the best ham you will ever have. It takes a while to make but well worth the wait. It's all oven time anyway so it's really simple. It is better than honey baked ham. I want some more right now just thinking about it. Good job A.B.
Great Flavor
07/07/2007 at 05:01pm
User: Christene from Dewitt, MI User Rating:
My aunt prepared this ham recipe for Christmas dinner, so no, I haven't cooked/prepared it--I cannot speak to how easy the recipe was to use, etc, but I highly praise the taste! It was good enough to compel me to come looking for the recipe. I will make it for the next holiday.
it was good
06/06/2005 at 11:29am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
i liked it
Guests still raving - 6 months later
06/04/2006 at 01:23pm
User: Adrian from Plantation, FL User Rating:
Served this for Christmas - "Best ham I've ever had" was the consensus from all. 6 months later, they still mention how good the ham was. Served it with scalloped potatoes and green beans...
Show Stopper at the Table
06/03/2004 at 02:49pm
User: LAURA from Yardley, PA User Rating:
This recipe is somewhat time consuming, as there are several steps you must follow. The finished product, however, is well worth the effort. The ham looked and smelled delicious. All my guests requested that I make this ham for all our family functions! Definitely a winner!
05/25/2004 at 05:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Awesome ham
05/22/2004 at 12:09pm
User: KAREN from Cumberland, ME User Rating:
I made this ham for Easter this year and everyone thought it was the best. You just have to be careful with the times given and go only by temperature of the ham which can be difficult for timing, but otherwise it is an incredible recipe.
The BEST city ham
05/21/2004 at 10:22am
User: STEPHEN from Worcester, MA User Rating:
As with all of Mr. Brown's recipe I have tried to date, this one is a pure satisfaction.
Best Ham Ever
05/21/2004 at 02:07am
User: ALLISON from Woodbridge, VA User Rating:
I had tried to make ham for my husband one Easter. His mother made hams on occasion and he metioned that he really liked them. Well my first ham was a disaster! So I thought I wouldn't ever make another ham...until AB did ham. So this year I made the City Ham recipe from Good Eats...I think my husband's exact words were, "I didn't know ham could be this good." The two of us ate the whole ham in about 2 days. It is just as good hot as cold.
Thanksgiving
05/15/2007 at 01:47am
User: Scott from Adamsburg, PA User Rating:
This was the best ham I have ever tasted. Now we make it a couple of times a year.
Greatest ham in history...
05/06/2007 at 12:59pm
User: Tonya from Jacksonville, FL User Rating:
Alton's grandmother was a genius when she came up with this recipe! The flavor and sweetness of this ham is absolutely delicious! I found this recipe to be very easy. Cutting the diamonds was a little tricky, but like Alton says it doesn't have to be perfect. It tasted great even if my diamonds were so diamond looking after all. lol The mustard combined with the ginger snaps was amazing and the bourbon....WOW! I was a little nervous about the bourbon flavor combined with the other ingredients, but I was desperate for a change in my ham and I'm so happy that I took the chance. I cooked it exactly as Alton said, no changes because it's perfect as is. I've made this ham four times since I first found it and I have to tell you my family looks forward more to this ham recipe than to the holidays themselves. lol Truely the greatest ham there is!
To Die For Ham
04/29/2007 at 09:10am
User: Erica N. from Mentor, OH User Rating:
And sooo easy to make! My family loves this ham
Oh my Goddness - It is Great!
04/22/2006 at 07:30pm
User: Lili from Tyler, TX User Rating:
My husband had been talking about making your city ham recipe and finally he did it. Oh My Goddness!! It was the best ham we've ever had. It took a long time, but, it was worth it. Everyone in the family loved it.
This ham is now our Christmas dinner
04/21/2005 at 01:43am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I brought this for a potluck Christmas dinner. A friend (who was supposed to bring turkey) brought a $90 HoneyBake ham. His ham was virtually untouched at the end of the night.
Eat Immediately for Best Results!
04/21/2004 at 12:03pm
User: TORI from Paducah, KY User Rating:
This is a great recipe for a family gathering, but the ginger snap coating will get "mushy" if save the leftovers for later. If you plan to use the ham for more than one meal, I recommend dropping the ginger snap coating all together. Otherwise, the technique is great!
City Ham
04/18/2006 at 12:59pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Incredible ham. Easy and makes the best crust!
Awesome!
04/18/2006 at 12:46pm
User: Monica from Jacksonville, FL User Rating:
We tried this for Easter and were blown away by the results. I think next time, we'll need a larger ham, as there were no leftovers.
Good Eats
04/16/2006 at 08:02pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is definitely a keeper. Everyone in my family wanted the leftovers to take with them.
City Ham
04/16/2006 at 12:14pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It is the best!
good ham
04/16/2006 at 08:16am
User: Sean from DeLand, FL User Rating:
We really loved this recipe++++++ We were pretty fortunate that Alton could get the ginger snap part from his aunt, besides how could it be bad with bourbon in it! Sean
Easter ham
04/15/2006 at 10:31pm
User: Catherine from Columbus, OH User Rating:
I found this to be a great recipe even for beginers. My son and I had a great time make this for Easter dinner. His friends use to tease him about his joy of cooking until he saw Mr. Brown on TV. Now he wants to be a Chef when he grows up. Thank you Mr. Brown... Catherine