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Honey Mustard Glazed Ham for New Years Day

Honey Mustard Glazed Ham Recipe | Holiday BBQ Twist

Create a flavorful honey mustard glazed ham using Pop’s Honey Mustard Sauce—perfect for holidays and family gatherings.

BBQ Sauce Isn’t Just for Summer

Pop’s Honey Mustard Sauce shines during the holidays. Sweet, tangy, and savory, it creates a glossy glaze that elevates traditional ham into a standout centerpiece.

Honey Mustard Glazed Ham Recipe

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F.

  2. Place ham cut-side down in roasting pan.

  3. Mix honey mustard sauce, brown sugar, and vinegar.

  4. Brush glaze generously over ham.

  5. Cover with foil and bake 15 minutes per pound.

  6. Uncover during last 30 minutes and baste every 10 minutes.

Perfect Pairings

  • Mashed potatoes

  • Green beans

  • Dinner rolls

 

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Holiday Sweet Heat BBQ Chicken Wings That Impress

Looking for a holiday BBQ recipe that impresses? This crowd-pleasing BBQ dish is perfect for Christmas, New Year’s, and winter gatherings. From sweet heat BBQ chicken wings to juicy glazed meats, these holiday BBQ ideas bring bold flavor to every celebration.
 
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When the holidays roll around, everyone expects ham, turkey, or roast beef—but holiday BBQ chicken wings are the unexpected showstopper that steals the table. These Sweet Heat BBQ wings are sticky, bold, and full of flavor, making them perfect for holiday parties, family gatherings, and game-day celebrations.

Made with Pop’s BBQ Pit Sweet Heat BBQ Sauce, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweetness and heat, with a glossy glaze that looks just as good as it tastes.

Why These Holiday BBQ Wings Work

  • ✔ Perfect for holiday parties & potlucks

  • ✔ Sweet, spicy, and crowd-pleasing

  • ✔ Oven-baked or grilled

  • ✔ Easy to prep ahead

  • ✔ Great alternative to traditional holiday mains

Ingredients

  • 2½–3 lbs chicken wings (split, tips removed)

  • 1½ cups Pop’s Sweet Heat BBQ Sauce

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp salt

  • Optional garnish: sliced green onions or parsley

How to Make Holiday Sweet Heat BBQ Wings

Step 1: Prep the Wings

Pat wings dry with paper towels. Toss with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

Step 2: Bake or Grill

Oven Method (Best for Winter):
Preheat oven to 425°F. Place wings on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy.

Grill Method:
Preheat grill to medium heat (375–400°F). Grill wings for 20–25 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through.

Step 3: Sauce & Caramelize

Transfer wings to a bowl and toss generously with Pop’s Sweet Heat BBQ Sauce. Return wings to the oven or grill for 5–7 minutes to caramelize the sauce.

Step 4: Finish & Serve

Remove wings once sauce is sticky and glossy. Garnish with green onions or parsley and serve hot.

Holiday Serving Ideas

Serve these wings alongside:

  • Creamy coleslaw

  • Baked mac & cheese

  • Roasted potatoes

  • Cornbread or dinner rolls

  • Holiday punch or spiced cider

They’re perfect for buffet-style holiday meals.

Make-Ahead Tips for Stress-Free Holidays

  • Bake wings up to 1 day ahead

  • Refrigerate, then reheat at 400°F

  • Sauce and caramelize just before serving

Why Sweet Heat BBQ Sauce Is Perfect for the Holidays

Pop’s Sweet Heat BBQ Sauce adds:

  • Sweetness that pairs well with holiday sides

  • Gentle heat that keeps guests coming back

  • A festive red glaze perfect for holiday tables

It’s bold without being overpowering—ideal for entertaining.

A Holiday BBQ Recipe That Stands Out

If you’re looking for holiday BBQ recipes that impress, these Sweet Heat BBQ chicken wings deliver big flavor, easy prep, and guaranteed compliments.

Bring bold flavor to your holiday table with Pop’s BBQ Pit.

 

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New Year, New Flavor: Kicking Off 2026 with Pop’s BBQ Pit

As the calendar turns and the New Year’s resolutions start rolling in, there’s one thing we refuse to leave behind: Authentic, bold flavor.

At Pop’s BBQ Pit, our motto has always been simple: “Life’s too short for bad BBQ.” Whether you’re a seasoned pit-master or a backyard griller just getting started, the new year is the perfect time to level up your smoke game and bring some serious Southern tradition to your table.

1. Resolve to Eat Better (BBQ, That Is)

Most people use January to start a diet, but we think it’s the perfect time to focus on quality. Our small-batch sauces and rubs are crafted with patience and high-quality ingredients. This year, ditch the mass-produced, high-fructose grocery store bottles and experience the difference that “small-batch” makes. From our sweet and tangy classics to our Peach and Honey Mustard blends, every bottle is a resolution to eat better.

2. Smoke Your New Year’s Traditions

Starting the year with a New Year’s Day meal? Whether you’re smoking a traditional ham, a celebratory brisket, or even adding a kick to your black-eyed peas, our signature seasonings and rubs are designed to bring out the best in every cut of meat.

  • Pro Tip: Use our Sweet Heat or Apple BBQ Sauce to glaze your holiday leftovers for a flavor profile that feels brand new.

3. Mastering the “Low and Slow” Lifestyle

Barbecue is about more than just food; it’s about patience. In a world that moves too fast, let 2026 be the year you embrace the “low and slow” lifestyle. Spend more time by the smoker, more time with family, and more time enjoying the craft of real BBQ.

What’s Coming in 2026?

We are excited to keep serving the BBQ community across the United States. Keep an eye on our Event Schedule to see where we’ll be popping up next, and don’t forget to check out our Online Store to restock your pantry for the winter grilling season.

From our pit to yours, we wish you a smoky, savory, and incredibly happy New Year!

Ready to start the year right? Shop Pop’s BBQ Pit Now

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Pop’s BBQ Pit | Small-Batch BBQ Sauces, Rubs & Southern Flavor

Authentic Flavor. Small-Batch Quality. Real BBQ.

Pop’s BBQ Pit is where tradition meets bold flavor. We craft small-batch BBQ sauces, rubs, and specialty blends using high-quality ingredients and time-honored techniques. From sweet to bold and spicy, our products are made for pitmasters, backyard grillers and anyone who loves real barbecue.

Whether you’re smoking ribs, grilling wings, glazing ham, or creating unforgettable holiday meals, Pop’s BBQ Pit delivers flavor that stands out—every single time.

Crafted with Passion, Rooted in Tradition

At Pop’s BBQ Pit, barbecue isn’t just food—it’s a way of life. Our recipes are inspired by Southern BBQ traditions, family cookouts, and generations of slow-smoked flavor. Every sauce and seasoning is carefully developed to bring out the best in meats, vegetables, and comfort foods.

We believe great BBQ starts with simple ingredients, bold seasoning, and patience. That’s why our products are made in small batches to ensure consistency, quality, and unforgettable taste.

Small-Batch BBQ Sauces

Our BBQ sauces are perfectly balanced—sweet, tangy, smoky, and bold. Ideal for ribs, chicken, pork, brisket, wings, and holiday favorites like glazed ham.

Signature Seasonings & Rubs

Pop’s BBQ Pit seasonings are designed for versatility. Use them as dry rubs, finishing spices, or all-purpose blends for grilling, smoking, roasting, and air frying.

Holiday & Specialty Flavors

From our Sweet Heat to Apple to Peach and Honey Mustard BBQ Sauce and seasonal blends, our specialty flavors bring excitement to every meal and make perfect gifts for BBQ lovers.

  • ✔ Small-batch, handcrafted BBQ sauces and seasonings

  • ✔ Inspired by Southern and backyard BBQ traditions

  • ✔ Perfect for grilling, smoking, roasting, and holiday cooking

  • ✔ No shortcuts—just bold, authentic flavor

  • ✔ Loved by pitmasters, home cooks, and food lovers

Pop’s BBQ Pit is proud to serve BBQ lovers across the United States with products made for real cooks and real gatherings. Whether you’re firing up the smoker for a weekend cookout or preparing a special holiday meal, our sauces and rubs help you cook with confidence and flavor.

Turn Every Meal into BBQ Perfection
Shop Pop’s BBQ Pit today and bring bold, authentic flavor to your grill, smoker, and kitchen.

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