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Classic Christmas Glazed Ham Dinner

A delightful centerpiece for holiday gatherings, this glazed ham blends sweet and tangy flavors for a comforting and memorable meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 11 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 2800

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 each 8-10 lb fully-cooked bone-in spiral-cut ham
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • to taste pieces whole cloves, for studding optional
  • to taste pieces orange slices for garnish
  • to taste pieces fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
  2. Carefully remove the ham from its packaging and pat it dry with paper towels.
  3. If desired, stud the surface with whole cloves in a diamond pattern.
Cooking
  1. Set the ham cut-side down in a large roasting pan and pour 1/2 cup of water into the bottom of the pan.
  2. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, orange juice, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves. Allow the mixture to reduce slightly for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Remove the ham from the oven and discard the foil. Brush half of the prepared glaze over the surface of the ham.
  5. Return the uncovered ham to the oven and continue baking for 30-40 minutes, basting with the remaining glaze every 10 minutes.
  6. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 140°F and the glaze is caramelized.
Finishing Touches
  1. Once baked, let the ham rest for about 15 minutes, tented loosely with foil.
  2. Slice along the pre-cut spiral lines and garnish with fresh orange slices and rosemary sprigs before serving.

Notes

Store leftover ham in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze it for 2-3 months. Reheat sliced ham in a skillet or microwave.