Thyme and Honey Glazed Ham
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Thyme and Honey Glazed Ham, a show-stopping centerpiece perfect for holidays or special gatherings. This bone-in ham is beautifully coated in a luscious glaze made from golden honey, dark brown sugar, and a hint of fresh orange juice, infused with fragrant thyme, cinnamon, and cloves for a warm, herbal spice profile. The optional use of whole cloves for studding adds both flavor and an elegant touch. Slowly baked to perfection and basted regularly for a caramelized, sticky-sweet crust, this ham combines tenderness and bold flavor in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time and manageable cooking steps, it’s an effortless yet impressive addition to your feast. Serve it warm, garnished with extra thyme sprigs for a touch of freshness, and watch it become the star of the table! Perfect for Easter, Christmas, or any celebratory meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pounds bone-in ham
- 0.5 cups honey
- 0.25 cups dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 0.25 cups orange juice
- 0.5 cups water
- 20 pieces whole cloves (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Position the oven rack in the lower third of the oven.
Place the ham, flat side down, in a large roasting pan. If desired, use a knife to score the surface in a diamond pattern and stud with whole cloves in the intersections.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, dark brown sugar, butter, Dijon mustard, fresh thyme leaves, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and orange juice. Heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Pour the water into the bottom of the roasting pan to prevent the drippings from burning during baking. Cover the ham loosely with foil.
Bake the ham in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes, basting with the prepared glaze every 30 minutes.
After 1 hour and 30 minutes, remove the foil and brush the ham generously with more glaze. Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and continue baking for another 20-30 minutes, basting every 10 minutes, until the ham is golden brown and caramelized.
Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving. Garnish with additional sprigs of thyme if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.4 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.9 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1559 mg | 520% | |
| Sodium | 33136 mg | 1441% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 233.1 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 201.5 g | ||
| Protein | 575.5 g | 1151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 526 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 30.0 mg | 167% | |
| Potassium | 7991 mg | 170% | |
*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.
