Apricot Brown Sugar Ham

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 (10-12 pound) spiral-sliced ham
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup apricot preserves
• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 2-3 hours

Difficulty Level:

• 1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Remove the ham from the packaging and place it in a large roasting pan.
3. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, honey, thyme, rosemary, and black pepper.
4. Spread the glaze over the ham, making sure to cover all sides.
5. Bake for 2-3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
6. Let the ham rest for 15 minutes before carving and serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 375
• Fat: 25g
• Cholesterol: 85mg
• Sodium: 1,050mg
• Carbohydrates: 38g
• Sugar: 30g
• Protein: 28g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and savory
• Glazed with apricot preserves and brown sugar
• Perfect for special occasions and holidays

User Comments:

• "This ham was absolutely delicious! The glaze was the perfect combination of sweet and savory."
• "It was so easy to make and turned out so impressive."
• "My guests couldn't stop raving about it."
• "The perfect centerpiece for our holiday table."
• "Highly recommend this recipe!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the ham is cooked to the correct temperature.
• If you don't have apricot preserves, you can use peach or pineapple preserves instead.
• Serve the ham with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.