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christmas ham

Christmas Ham: 7 Secrets for a Joyful Holiday Feast


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A deliciously glazed Christmas ham that will impress your guests.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 whole ham (about 10 pounds)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern.
  3. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, cloves, and cinnamon.
  4. Rub the glaze evenly over the ham.
  5. Place the ham in a roasting pan.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
  8. Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the ham reaches 145°F (63°C).
  • Leftover ham can be used in sandwiches or soups.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: christmas ham, glazed ham, holiday recipe