Jul 14 2026

#4 Ham Recipe

Time3h
Serves10

Make #4 Ham Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Meat

Baking ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). This will ensure even cooking for the ham.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ham

    Place the bone-in ham on a large roasting pan. Score the surface in a diamond pattern, making shallow cuts.

Glaze Preparation

  1. 3

    Make the Glaze

    In a medium bowl, combine honey, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and cloves. Mix until well combined.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Bake the Ham

    Pour water into the bottom of the roasting pan to keep the ham moist. Brush the glaze over the scored surface of the ham.

  2. 5

    Cover and Bake

    Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 2 hours, basting with the glaze every 30 minutes.

  3. 6

    Caramelize the Glaze

    In the last 30 minutes of baking, remove the foil and allow the glaze to caramelize, brushing with additional glaze as desired.

  4. 7

    Check for Doneness

    Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should read 140°F (60°C) when fully cooked.

Serving

  1. 8

    Rest and Serve

    Once cooked, let the ham rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with your choice of sides.

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