Jelly Sauce for Ham
Elevate your holiday ham with this luscious Jelly Sauce for Ham, a sweet and tangy glaze that perfectly complements the savory richness of your main dish. Crafted with simple yet flavorful ingredients like grape jelly, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and a dash of ground cloves, this sauce comes together in just 15 minutes. The blend of brown sugar and a hint of spice creates a beautifully balanced glaze that's both versatile and irresistibly delicious. Serve it warm alongside your ham for dipping, or brush it on during roasting for a glistening, caramelized finish. Ideal for festive gatherings or Sunday suppers, this jelly sauce is the perfect way to add a gourmet touch to your meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Grape jelly
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 pinch Ground cloves
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the grape jelly, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture until the jelly and sugar dissolve completely.
Add a pinch of ground cloves and salt to enhance the flavor of the sauce.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the jelly sauce warm or at room temperature alongside your ham. It can also be brushed onto the ham as a glaze during the last 15 minutes of roasting.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
812 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.3 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 914 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.4 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 134.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 309 mg | 7% | |
*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.
