Baked Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze

 

 Ingredients:

 

- 1 bone-in ham (8-10 pounds)

- Whole cloves

- 1 cup brown sugar, packed

- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard

- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

- 1/4 cup honey

- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

 

 Instructions:

 

1. Preheat Oven:

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

 

2. Prepare the Ham:

   - If the ham comes with skin, use a sharp knife to score the skin in a diamond pattern. Insert whole cloves into the ham at the intersections of the cuts.

 

3. Place in Roasting Pan:

   - Place the ham in a roasting pan, fat side up.

 

4. Bake:

   - Bake the ham in the preheated oven, uncovered, for about 15-20 minutes per pound or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C). If your ham comes with a glaze packet, you can use it according to the package instructions during the last 30 minutes of baking.

 

5. Prepare the Glaze:

   - While the ham is baking, prepare the glaze. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves. Cook over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved and the glaze has thickened slightly.

 

6. Apply the Glaze:

   - Brush the ham with the brown sugar glaze during the last 30-45 minutes of baking. Continue to bake until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).

 

7. Rest and Serve:

   - Once the ham is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for about 15-20 minutes before carving. The internal temperature will continue to rise during this time.

 

8. Carve and Enjoy:

   - Carve the ham into slices, and serve with the remaining glaze as a sauce on the side.

 

This baked ham with brown sugar glaze is perfect for holiday dinners and special occasions. Enjoy!