Hey there, let’s whip up an Apple Cider Vinegar Ham in the crockpot that’ll make your dinner easy and oh-so-tasty! Grab that big, beautiful ham—give it a quick rinse if it’s salty, and trim any excess fat so it fits nice in your slow cooker. Place it in the crockpot, flat side down—cozy it in there!

In a bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic (or powder), Dijon mustard, ground cloves, and a pinch of salt and pepper—stir it up until it’s a smooth, tangy-sweet glaze that’s ready to work some magic.

Pour in that apple juice around the ham—keeps it juicy—then drizzle half the glaze right over the top, letting it seep into all those nooks and crannies. Pop the lid on, set your crockpot to low for 6-8 hours (or high for 3-4 if you’re in a hurry), and let it do its thing—your kitchen’s about to smell like a cozy fall day!

Every couple hours, if you’re around, lift the lid and spoon some of that juicy goodness from the bottom over the ham—keeps it moist and flavorful. When it’s done—tender and practically falling apart—carefully lift it out with tongs or a big spoon onto a platter—watch it glisten! Pour the rest of that glaze into a small saucepan, simmer it on the stove for 5-7 minutes until it thickens up a bit, then drizzle it over the ham or serve it on the side.

Let the ham rest for 10 minutes—makes slicing a breeze—then carve it up, sprinkle with fresh thyme or parsley if you’ve got it, and dig into this slow-cooked treat—it’s tangy, sweet, and oh-so-succulent!