Jul 14 2026

Ham Recipe

Time2h
Serves8

Make Ham Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). This will ensure that the ham cooks evenly.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Glaze

    In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, ground cloves, and black pepper. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved and the ingredients are well combined.

  3. 3

    Score the Ham

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

Cooking

  1. 4

    Apply the Glaze

    Brush half of the glaze mixture over the scored ham, making sure to get it into the cuts.

  2. 5

    Bake the Ham

    Place the ham in a roasting pan and cover it loosely with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

  3. 6

    Glaze Again

    After 1 hour, remove the foil and brush the remaining glaze over the ham. If using, add pineapple slices and secure them with toothpicks. Add cherries on top for decoration.

  4. 7

    Finish Baking

    Return the ham to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

Serving

  1. 8

    Rest the Ham

    Once cooked, remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing. This helps retain the juices.

  2. 9

    Slice and Serve

    Slice the ham and serve it warm, garnished with any additional pineapple or cherries if desired.

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