Put diced cooked ham in the slow cooker with 3 other secret ingredients to get a meal so fantastic your potluck buddies will be begging for more.

For a little smoky heat, add 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or a few dashes of hot sauce to the pineapple mixture before pouring it over the ham. If you prefer a more classic holiday-glazed flavor, swap the Dijon for honey mustard and add 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. You can also use maple syrup in place of half the brown sugar for a deeper, cozy sweetness.

If your ham is very salty, rinse the diced pieces briefly under cool water and pat dry before adding to the slow cooker, and consider using pineapple tidbits packed in juice (not heavy syrup) to keep the dish from becoming too sweet. For a thicker, stickier glaze, remove the lid for the last 20–30 minutes of cooking on HIGH and let some liquid evaporate, stirring occasionally.

Food safety tips: Always start with fully cooked ham that has been refrigerated properly and is within its use-by date. Keep the ham refrigerated until you’re ready to cook, and do not leave it at room temperature for more than 2 hours total (including potluck serving time). When serving at a gathering, keep the slow cooker on WARM so the ham stays at a safe temperature (above 140°F/60°C). Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in shallow containers and reheat to at least 165°F before eating.