Grandmag's Baked Christmas Ham
Bring the magic of the holidays to your table with "Grandmag's Baked Christmas Ham," a timeless centerpiece bursting with festive flavor. This stunning dish features a tender, bone-in ham infused with warmth and sweetness from a luscious glaze made of brown sugar, honey, and Dijon mustard. Whole cloves stud the ham in an eye-catching diamond pattern, while pineapple rings add a delightful tang and caramelized finish. Perfectly roasted to develop a sticky-sweet glaze, this recipe is both elegant and easy to prepare, requiring minimal effort for maximum impact. Serve this classic baked ham with your favorite holiday sides for a meal that will impress family and guests alike. Whether you're hosting a Christmas dinner or a festive gathering, this crowd-pleasing ham is the ultimate holiday showstopper.
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Ingredients
- 7 pounds bone-in fully cooked ham
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings in juice
- 20 pieces whole cloves
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.33 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Place the oven rack in the lower third of the oven to accommodate the size of the ham.
Step 2
Remove any plastic or mesh wrapping from the ham. If the ham has a rind, score it lightly to allow the glaze to permeate. Place the ham in a large roasting pan, flat side down.
Step 3
Using a sharp knife, score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern. Insert a whole clove into the center of each diamond for added flavor and an attractive presentation.
Step 4
Drain the juice from the can of pineapple rings into a small bowl and set aside. Reserve the pineapple rings for later use.
Step 5
In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, butter, 1/4 cup of the pineapple juice, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the sugar has dissolved and the glaze is smooth, about 4-5 minutes.
Step 6
Pour 1 cup of water into the bottom of the roasting pan to keep the ham moist while baking. Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil, ensuring it doesn’t touch the surface of the ham.
Step 7
Bake the ham in the preheated oven for 1 1/2 hours, basting with the glaze every 20 minutes. Remove the foil during the last 30 minutes of baking to allow the glaze to caramelize.
Step 8
After 1 1/2 hours of baking, arrange the pineapple rings over the surface of the ham, securing them with toothpicks if necessary. Brush the remaining glaze generously over the ham and pineapple rings.
Step 9
Return the ham to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the ham reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C). The pineapple rings should be golden and slightly caramelized.
Step 10
Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving. Carefully remove the toothpicks used to secure the pineapple rings.
Step 11
Transfer the ham to a serving platter and slice to serve. Enjoy Grandma's Baked Christmas Ham with your favorite holiday sides!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3729.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5686.4 |
| Total Fat 205.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 77.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 1967.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 38853.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 261.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 256.7g | |
| Protein 667.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 367.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 30.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 8886.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories