Description
This ham roast is a delightful centerpiece for any occasion, featuring tender, smoked ham coated with a flavorful glaze made of brown sugar and honey. It’s an easy-to-make dish that brings comfort and satisfaction to your dinner table.
Ingredients
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- 8 pound bone-in spiral-cut smoked ham
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup spicy brown mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves, or ⅛ teaspoon if using whole cloves
- 1 cup water
- whole cloves, optional garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F and prepare a large roasting pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
- Remove all packaging from the smoked ham and place it in the roasting pan.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, honey, mustard, salt, black pepper, and ground cloves to create the glaze.
- Add water to the roasting pan and cover the ham tightly with aluminum foil, sealing the edges well to retain moisture.
- Bake the ham for 1 ½ hours, or as recommended for its size. Then, remove the foil.
- Brush the glaze over the ham, ensuring it seeps between the slices.
- If desired, poke whole cloves into the ham for garnish. Return the ham to the oven uncovered for the final 30 minutes, basting occasionally with pan juices.
- Ensure the ham reaches an internal temperature of 140°F and let it rest, covered with foil, for 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature.
Resting the ham before slicing allows the juices to redistribute for a more flavorful experience.
This recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 3 oz)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg