Source:

Linda Engbarth Weissert (originally from Mr. Food)

Serves/Makes:20 or more

Ingredients

• 2 15 lbs (6.8 kg). or more fresh ham
• 3/4 tsp (4 ml) garlic powder
• 1-1/2 tsp (7 ml) salt
• 1-1/2 tsp (7 ml) black pepper
• 2 cups (475 ml) hickory wood chips, soaked in water and drained

Preparation

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees (175 C.).
• Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil; place the ham skin side up in the pan.
• In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, salt and pepper, mix well and then rub evenly over the ham.
• Bake for 4 hours, basting occasionally.
• Preheat the grill to medium heat.
• If using a charcoal grill, place the wood chips on the hot charcoal.
• If using a gas grill, place the wood chips in a disposable aluminum pan directly on the heat surface (under the grill rack).
• Place the ham on the grill.
• Cover the grill and cook for 1 hour, or until browned and a meat thermometer inserted into the center registers 170 degrees (80 C.).
• Remove to a cutting board and slice.

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