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Baked Ham with the Best Glaze

Baked Ham with the Best Glaze for a Feast Worth Sharing

This Baked Ham with the Best Glaze is a show-stopping centerpiece that transforms gatherings into memorable celebrations.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 2 hours
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ham
  • 11.5 lb Fully cooked bone-in ham, spiral cut Choose a high-quality ham
For the Glaze
  • 0.5 cup Apricot preserves Substitutions: peach or orange preserves
  • 0.25 cup Honey Maple syrup can be used instead
  • 0.25 cup Brown sugar, packed Light or dark brown sugar can be used
  • 0.25 cup Dijon mustard Yellow mustard works as a substitute
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter Margarine can be used if needed

Equipment

  • oven
  • medium saucepan
  • Roasting Pan
  • basting brush
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Ham with the Best Glaze
  1. Allow the ham to rest covered at room temperature for 2 hours and preheat the oven to 325°F.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine apricot preserves, honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and unsalted butter. Heat and whisk until it simmers.
  3. Line a large roasting pan with aluminum foil. Place the ham cut-side down in the pan and brush one-third of the glaze over it. Cover with foil and bake.
  4. After the initial bake time, remove the ham, increase the oven temperature to 425°F, and brush another third of the glaze over the ham. Roast uncovered.
  5. Brush the remaining glaze over the ham and roast until caramelized and internal temperature reaches 130-135°F.
  6. Transfer the ham to a serving platter and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 18gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftover ham wrapped tightly in the fridge for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Use in various dishes like sandwiches or soups.

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