The Pioneer Women Makes Amazing Glazed Ham
Recipe Overview
Overview
This Amazing Glazed Ham is a standout dish, especially during the holiday season. The combination of brown sugar and orange juice creates a sweet and tangy glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. The process starts with simmering the glaze ingredients, which include brown sugar, orange juice, and spices like cinnamon and paprika, creating a fragrant mixture that sets the stage for the ham.
Using a spiral cut ham not only makes it visually appealing but also simplifies serving. As the ham bakes, the glaze seeps into the slices, ensuring every bite is flavorful. The technique of basting the ham with the glaze enhances its sweetness and adds a lovely sheen.
After baking, the result is a stunning, caramelized ham that is not only delicious but also a centerpiece for any holiday table. Whether it’s for Thanksgiving or Christmas, this glazed ham is sure to be a hit with family and friends. It’s a dish that combines tradition with a touch of flair, making it perfect for festive gatherings.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Combine a cup of brown sugar, juice and zest of three oranges, grated garlic, apple cider vinegar, grainy brown mustard, ground cinnamon, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a saucepan.
Stir the glaze and turn the heat to medium-high, cooking until thick for about 10 minutes.
Tip: Use a spiral cut ham for easier serving.
Turn off the heat and glaze the ham with half of the prepared glaze.
Place the spiral cut ham cut side down on a roasting rack.
Tip: Tuck glaze inside the slices for better flavor absorption.
Tent the ham with foil and add water to the pan.
Tip: Add water to the pan to keep the ham moist during baking.
Bake the ham in the oven at 325 degrees for the first stage.
After 90 minutes, turn the oven heat up to 375 degrees.
Remove the foil and brush on the other half of the glaze.
Tip: Brush on the glaze again for a more intense flavor.
Baste the ham and put it back in the oven for another 15 minutes.
Remove the ham from the oven and place it on a platter.
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Using a spiral cut ham makes serving easier as the pieces are already sliced.
- •The glaze thickens as it cooks, enhancing the flavor and texture of the ham.
- •Adding water to the roasting pan helps keep the ham moist during baking.
- •Basting the ham with glaze during the cooking process adds layers of flavor.
