Honey Glazed Ham Recipe
This Honey Glazed Ham recipe is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, ideal for festive gatherings, holiday meals, or even a fancy weekend dinner. The ham is coated with a deliciously sticky honey glaze, with hints of mustard and cloves that add a depth of flavor to the succulent meat. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or celebrating a special occasion, this recipe promises to be the star of the table, impressing guests with its rich taste and beautiful golden-brown finish.
Equipment
- Roasting pan
- Meat thermometer
- Basting brush
- Foil
Ingredients
- 1 (10-pound) pre-cooked ham
- 1 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Place the ham on a roasting pan and score the surface in a crisscross pattern.
- In a bowl, mix together honey, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, cloves, cinnamon, and ginger.
- Brush half of the glaze over the ham and cover loosely with foil.
- Bake the ham for 1 ½ to 2 hours, basting with additional glaze every 30 minutes.
- Remove foil for the last 30 minutes of baking to allow the glaze to caramelize.
- Once the internal temperature reaches 140°F, remove from the oven and let the ham rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can stud the ham with whole cloves before applying the glaze.
- Leftovers are perfect for sandwiches or adding to soups.
