Honey-Glazed Ham

Honey-Glazed Ham:

Ingredients:

1 bone-in ham (about 8-10 pounds)

1 cup honey

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup Dijon mustard

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Whole cloves (for studding the ham, optional)

Steps:

Preparation:

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern and, if desired, stud with whole cloves.

Make the Glaze:

In a small saucepan, combine the honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, ground cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved and the glaze is smooth.

Baking the Ham:

Place the ham on a rack in a roasting pan.

Brush the glaze generously over the ham, making sure to cover all surfaces.

Tent the ham with foil and bake in the preheated oven.

Glazing:

Every 30 minutes, baste the ham with more glaze. Remove the foil during the last 30 minutes to allow the glaze to caramelize and form a crust.

Serving:

The ham is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).

Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Enjoy your succulent and sweet honey-glazed ham!