Classic Honey-Glazed Easter Ham

How to Make Classic Honey-Glazed Easter Ham at Home

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Ingredients

• 8 pounds bone-in ham
• 1 cup honey
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup Dijon mustard
• 20 pieces whole cloves
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).

2. 2

   Place the ham in a large roasting pan, flat side down.

3. 3

   In a bowl, mix together honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, pineapple juice, and black pepper to create the glaze.

4. 4

   Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern, making shallow cuts about 1 inch apart.

5. 5

   Insert whole cloves into the intersections of the scored lines.

6. 6

   Pour 2 cups of water into the bottom of the roasting pan to keep the ham moist during cooking.

7. 7

   Brush half of the glaze over the ham, ensuring it gets into the scored cuts.

8. 8

   Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.

9. 9

   Bake in the preheated oven for about 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).

10. 10

    Remove the foil and brush the remaining glaze over the ham.

11. 11

    Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (204°C) and bake for an additional 30 minutes, basting every 10 minutes, until caramelized.

12. 12

    Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

13. 13

    Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.