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christmas ham

Christmas Ham: 5 Secrets for a Juicy Holiday Delight


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious Christmas ham recipe for festive gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 whole ham (about 10 lbs)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • Cloves (for studding)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern.
  3. Stud the ham with cloves.
  4. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar.
  5. Brush the mixture over the ham.
  6. Place the ham in a roasting pan and cover it with foil.
  7. Bake for 2 hours, removing the foil for the last 30 minutes.
  8. Let the ham rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Choose a bone-in ham for better flavor.
  • Adjust the glaze ingredients to taste.
  • Serve with your favorite sides.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Christmas ham, holiday recipes, festive ham