Jul 13 2026

Ham Recipe

Time3h
Serves8

A generous portion of ham, served with sides.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredient

Sides

Method

Preparing the Ham

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).

  2. 2

    Score the Ham

    Using a sharp knife, score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern. This allows the glaze to penetrate the meat.

  3. 3

    Stud with Cloves

    Insert cloves into the intersections of the scored diamonds for added flavor.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Glaze

    In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, honey, and Dijon mustard until well combined.

  5. 5

    Glaze the Ham

    Place the ham in a roasting pan and brush the glaze mixture over the entire ham.

  6. 6

    Bake the Ham

    Cover the ham with foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes per pound, removing the foil in the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow the glaze to caramelize.

  7. 7

    Check for Doneness

    The ham is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

  8. 8

    Rest the Ham

    Once done, remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Preparing the Sides

  1. 9

    Prepare the Green Beans

    Trim the ends of the green beans and steam or boil them for about 5-7 minutes until tender, then drain.

  2. 10

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Peel and chop the potatoes into even-sized pieces, then boil in salted water for 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender.

  3. 11

    Mash the Potatoes

    Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, salt, and black pepper, then mash until smooth and creamy.

  4. 12

    Serve the Sides

    Serve the green beans alongside the mashed potatoes and sliced ham on a large serving platter.

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