Fresh Ham With Sherry Sauce
["5 to 7 lb. boneless fresh ham", "coarsely ground black pepper", "salt if desired", "fresh garlic", "sherry wine"]
["Preheat oven to 325\u00b0.", "Roast 40 minutes per pound.", "With a sharp knife, cut 10 or more one-inch deep holes in top surface of ham; press garlic slivers and pinch of black pepper in each hole. Place roast on rack in open pan.", "Rub surface with sherry and sprinkle with salt and pepper.", "Roast 40 minutes per pound or until meat thermometer is 185\u00b0.", "Pour off fat and combine with 2/3 cup sherry; thicken with cornstarch for sauce."]
["fresh ham", "ground black pepper", "salt", "garlic", "sherry wine"]