Description
Experience the magic of holiday feasting with Apricot Glazed Ham, featuring a succulent, bone-in ham enveloped in a luscious sweet and tangy apricot glaze. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for gatherings, elevating any meal to a celebration. Each slice reveals juicy layers and delightful flavors that will have your guests coming back for more. With its stunning presentation and irresistible aroma, this ham is sure to become the star of your dining table.
Ingredients
- 1 (8-10 lb) bone-in ham
- 1 cup apricot preserves
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, mix apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, ground cloves, and pineapple juice until smooth.
- Score the surface of the ham and place it on a roasting rack in a baking dish.
- Brush half of the apricot glaze over the ham, ensuring even coverage.
- Cover with aluminum foil and roast for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Remove foil during the last 30 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
- Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with additional glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a flavor twist, substitute apricot preserves with peach or pineapple preserves. Adding a pinch of crushed ginger enhances complexity. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days; reheat at 325°F until warmed through.
