Honey Baked Ham Recipe
Glazed ham with a sweet honey and brown sugar crust.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Glaze Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- 2
Prepare the Ham
Place the bone-in ham on a roasting rack in a large roasting pan. Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern about 1/4 inch deep.
Making the Glaze
- 3
Combine Glaze Ingredients
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, ground cloves, ground cinnamon, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is dissolved.
- 4
Simmer the Glaze
Bring the glaze to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
Baking the Ham
- 5
Apply the Glaze
Brush half of the glaze over the scored surface of the ham, ensuring it gets into the cuts.
- 6
Bake the Ham
Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until heated through. Remove the foil during the last 30 minutes of baking.
- 7
Final Glaze Application
During the last 30 minutes of baking, brush the remaining glaze over the ham, allowing it to caramelize and form a crust.
Serving
- 8
Rest and Serve
Once the ham is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
