Baked Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze

• 1 (8-10 lb) bone-in ham, pre-cooked
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/2 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pineapple for garnish

Steps

1. 1 Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. 2 Place ham in a roasting pan, cut side down.
3. 3 In a medium bowl, mix brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, melted butter, cloves, and cinnamon to form the glaze.
4. 4 Pour orange juice, pineapple juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper into the bottom of the roasting pan.
5. 5 Spread a portion of the glaze over the ham.
6. 6 Cover pan with foil and bake for 90 minutes.
7. 7 Remove foil, brush ham with remaining glaze, and bake uncovered for another 30 minutes or until glaze is caramelized.
8. 8 Let ham rest for 15 minutes before serving.
9. 9 Garnish with chopped pineapple if desired.

Nutrition

Tips

• For a richer flavor, score the ham's surface in a diamond pattern before applying the glaze.
• Reserve the pan juices for making a gravy or sauce.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 325°F until warmed through.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with classic scalloped potatoes and green bean almondine.
• Pair with a crisp Chardonnay or a fruity Riesling.

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