Brown Sugar Glazed Spiral Ham Bites

• 1 pound spiral ham, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• Salt to taste

Steps

1. 1 Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. 2 In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, butter, and ground cloves. Heat over medium heat until smooth.
3. 3 Toss ham cubes with the glaze in a bowl until well coated.
4. 4 Arrange ham bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. 5 Bake for 20 minutes, basting with additional glaze halfway through.
6. 6 Taste and add salt if needed.
7. 7 Transfer to a serving platter and enjoy warm.

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Saucepan

Variations

• For a spicy kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper to the glaze.

Substitutions

• If Dijon mustard is unavailable, substitute with yellow mustard or whole-grain mustard.

Pairings

• Crispy dinner rolls
• Creamy coleslaw

Nutrition

Tips

• For extra flavor, let the ham bites marinate in the glaze for an hour before baking.
• These are great made ahead and reheated before serving.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain texture.

Freezing: These bites freeze well for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in a 350°F oven.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with pineapple slices for a tropical twist.
• Pair with a crisp white wine or a sparkling cider.

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