Ree's easy down-home feast

Wow guests this Christmas with these simple yet elegant dishes inspired by Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond

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Slow Cooker Cola-Glazed Ham

Ree uses fizzy soda in her glaze for an extra oomph of flavor that makes this set-it-and-forget-it ham extra special for the holidays

● In pot, whisk together brown sugar, Dijon mustard, soda, allspice and nutmeg; over medium-high heat, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring, until flavors blend, 5 min.

● Place ham in 6-qt. slow cooker. Pour cola glaze over top. Cover; cook on low until tender and meat thermometer inserted into thickest part away from bone registers 140°F, about 4 hrs. Transfer to serving platter. Let sit 20 min before slicing. If desired, garnish with pomegranates and fresh herbs.

Servings: 12. Active time: 10 min. Total time: 4 hrs., 30 min.

Calories: 270 Protein: 22g Fat: 13g (5g sat.) Chol.: 75mg Carbs.: 16g Sodium: 1,460mg Fiber: 0g Sugar: 16g

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