Awesome Ham Glaze and Marinade

1 cup real maple syrup

2 tablespoons dried minced garlic

2 tablespoons ground ginger

2 teaspoons ground black pepper

1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Mix maple syrup, dried garlic, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Let glaze stand about 10 minutes before glazing ham.