Sunday Ham
Make your Sundays unforgettable with this irresistible Sunday Ham recipe, a show-stopping centerpiece for any family gathering. Featuring a succulent, bone-in ham glazed with a luscious blend of brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and a hint of warm ground cloves, this dish delivers the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. The ham is studded with whole cloves for a fragrant, mouthwatering aroma, while pineapple juice and apple cider vinegar add subtle brightness to the glaze. Slow-roasted to perfection and basted every 30 minutes, this tender ham emerges with a beautifully caramelized crust that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether paired with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables, this Sunday Ham is guaranteed to elevate your dinner table and leave a lasting impression. Perfect for holidays, celebrations, or simply a cozy Sunday dinner tradition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 7 lbs bone-in ham
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 tsp ground cloves
- 0.25 cup pineapple juice
- 25 pieces whole cloves
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
Place the bone-in ham in a large roasting pan, fat side up. Use a sharp knife to score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern, about 1/4 inch deep.
Stud the ham by inserting a whole clove into the center of each diamond-shaped cut. Distribute the cloves evenly across the surface.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, ground cloves, pineapple juice, and unsalted butter. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Cook the glaze for about 5 minutes, or until it starts to thicken slightly. Remove from heat.
Brush a generous layer of the glaze over the ham, reserving about half for basting later.
Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil and place it in the oven. Bake for approximately 15 minutes per pound of ham (about 2 to 2.5 hours), basting with the reserved glaze every 30 minutes.
Remove the foil during the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow the ham to caramelize and develop a golden-brown crust.
Use an internal meat thermometer to ensure the ham reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).
Once cooked, remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Slice and serve alongside your favorite Sunday dinner sides like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5238 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 204.6 g | 262% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.5 g | 388% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1808 mg | 603% | |
| Sodium | 38803 mg | 1687% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.2 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 145.5 g | ||
| Protein | 667.5 g | 1335% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 29.2 mg | 162% | |
| Potassium | 8663 mg | 184% | |
*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.
