How to Make the Perfect Traeger Ham for Easter

Summary:

The Traeger Easter Ham recipe is a simple and delicious way to prepare a ham for Easter celebrations. The process involves reheating a smoked ham on a Traeger grill to add wood-fired flavor, and basting it with a glaze made from pineapple juice, brown sugar, and Traeger's Sweet & Heat BBQ Sauce. The ham is cooked at 225°F with a leave-in thermometer to ensure it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F.

Key Points:

• Ingredients:

  • 6-7 lb bone-in ham
  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • 1 cup Traeger Sweet & Heat BBQ Sauce
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice

• Preparation:

  1. Preheat the Traeger grill to 225°F.
  2. Insert a thermometer into the ham and place it on the grill.
  3. Cook for 90 minutes, then brush with glaze every 10-15 minutes until the ham reaches 140°F internally.
  4. Slice and serve.

• Cooking Tips:

  • Use Super Smoke setting if available for extra flavor.
  • Adjust cooking time based on the size of the ham, grill type, and external temperature.

Unique Insights:

1. Wood-Fired Flavor: The use of a Traeger grill adds a unique wood-fired taste to the ham, enhancing its flavor profile.
2. Simple Glaze: The combination of pineapple juice, brown sugar, and Sweet & Heat BBQ Sauce creates a sweet and tangy glaze that complements the ham's natural flavors.
3. Versatility: This method can be adapted with different glazes and wood pellets to create various flavor profiles, making it a versatile recipe for different occasions.

Additional Resources:

• Traeger's Top Ham Recipes: Explore other ham recipes such as Maple Glazed Traeger Ham, Honey Brown Sugar Glazed Ham, and Roasted Fresh Ham with Mustard Sauce.
• Learn More: Access guides on smoking meat, fish, vegetables, and more on a pellet grill, along with specific tutorials for brisket, salmon, and whole chicken.