Ingredients

  • 1 spiral-cut ham
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • Zest of one orange
  • Fresh rosemary for garnish

Directions:

  1. Preheat: Set your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Score the Ham: Make shallow cuts on the ham’s surface in a diamond pattern.
  3. Mix Glaze: In a bowl, combine brown sugar, orange juice, Dijon mustard, honey, cloves, and orange zest.
  4. Apply Glaze: Generously brush the ham with the prepared glaze, ensuring it seeps into the cuts.
  5. Bake: Place ham in a roasting pan, cover with foil, and bake for 1.5 hours.
  6. Glaze Again: Uncover, glaze again, and bake for an additional 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).
  7. Rest and Garnish: Let it rest for 15 minutes, garnish with fresh rosemary, then slice and serve.

How to Prepare:

Prepare this delightful dish by following the simple steps: Score, Glaze, Bake, Glaze Again, Rest, Garnish, and Serve.The result? A succulent ham with a perfect marriage of sweet and savory.

Preparation Time:

Allow approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes for preparation and baking, yielding a ham that’s moist, flavorful, and utterly irresistible.