Ham What Was
Indulge in the timeless elegance of "Ham What Was," a show-stopping centerpiece for any holiday feast or special gathering. This recipe takes a fully cooked, bone-in ham and elevates it with a luxurious glaze made from honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and hint of warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. Scoring the ham in a diamond pattern allows the sweet and tangy glaze to seep into every crevice, creating a beautifully caramelized crust that's balanced with the ham's savory richness. For a classic touch, stud the ham with whole cloves to infuse a burst of aromatic flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a low-effort roasting process, this dish is as easy as it is impressive. Serve it warm and watch as your guests savor each irresistibly tender and flavorful slice. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Easter, or any festive occasion, "Ham What Was" will surely become a cherished tradition at your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 8-10 lb fully cooked bone-in ham
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp ground cloves
- 10 whole cloves (optional, for studding)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a large roasting pan with foil for easy cleanup.
If the ham has a plastic or foil covering, remove it. Place the ham cut-side down in the prepared roasting pan.
With a sharp knife, score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern, cutting about 1/4 inch deep. If you like, you can stud the intersections of the diamonds with whole cloves.
In a small saucepan, combine honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves. Heat over medium-low heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.
Brush about half of the glaze evenly over the ham, making sure to cover all the scored areas.
Cover the ham loosely with foil and bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes, basting with pan drippings every 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and brush the ham with the remaining glaze. Increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and the internal temperature of the ham reaches 140°F (60°C).
Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. Slice and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
598 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.0 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 187 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 4174 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.7 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g | ||
| Protein | 71.6 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 909 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
