Ham Glaze for 8 People

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 (8-pound) fully cooked ham, bone-in or boneless
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup grated orange zest
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

2-3 hours

Difficulty Level:

2/5

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Place the ham in a large roasting pan.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, honey, mustard, orange juice, orange zest, cinnamon, and cloves.
4. Brush the glaze evenly over the ham.
5. Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil.
6. Bake for 2-3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the glaze is browned and caramelized.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and savory
• Rich and flavorful
• Perfect for a special occasion
• Easy to make ahead of time

User Comments:

• "This glaze is amazing! It was the perfect complement to the ham."
• "I love how easy this glaze is to make, and it always comes out perfect."
• "This recipe is a real crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves it!"
• "I made this glaze for Christmas dinner and it was a huge hit."
• "I'm not a big fan of ham, but this glaze made me a believer!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you are using a boneless ham, you may need to adjust the cooking time slightly.
• To make the glaze ahead of time, simply combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and refrigerate. When ready to use, bring the glaze to room temperature and brush it over the ham.
• If you do not have Dijon mustard, you can substitute yellow mustard.
• You can also add other spices to the glaze, such as ginger, allspice, or nutmeg.