Spiced Honey-glazed Ham
Spiced Honey-Glazed Ham is a traditional Saxon dish that is perfect for a festive meal. The combination of warm spices and sweet honey creates a delicious glaze that perfectly complements the savory ham.
Ingredients
- 1 (8-10 pound) fully-cooked bone-in ham
- 1 cup honey
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Score the surface of the ham with shallow diagonal cuts, creating a diamond pattern.
- In a small bowl, mix together the honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
- Place the ham on a rack in a roasting pan and brush the glaze over the surface of the ham.
- Bake the ham in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C), basting with the glaze every 30 minutes.
- Let the ham rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 2 hours
- Total time:
- 2 hours
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Roasting pan Basting brush
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Spiced Honey-Glazed Ham with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For an extra flavorful twist, try adding a splash of apple cider vinegar to the glaze mixture.
Cost
$25