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Brown Sugar Ham Glaze Recipe

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  • Author: Ivy
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Description

This Brown Sugar Ham Glaze recipe transforms a classic bone-in ham with a sweet and savory glaze made from brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and garlic. The ham is slow-baked in the oven and repeatedly brushed with a luscious glaze that caramelizes into a rich, golden crust, perfect for holiday dinners or special gatherings.

Ingredients

Ham

  • 4 lbs bone-in cooked ham
  • Water, 1/2 inch depth for baking dish

Glaze

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ham: Remove the ham from the refrigerator at least 1 hour before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature for even baking.
  2. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 300°F and position a rack in the lower third section to ensure proper heat circulation during baking.
  3. Prepare baking dish: Line a baking dish with two sheets of aluminum foil long enough to completely wrap the ham, which helps contain moisture and glaze.
  4. Trim and score ham: Remove the rind from the bone-in ham and score the surface in a shallow crosshatch pattern to allow the glaze to penetrate and create a decorative finish.
  5. Position ham in dish: Place the ham fat side up in the foil-lined baking dish and wrap it securely with the foil.
  6. Add water to dish: Pour enough water into the bottom of the pan to reach approximately 1/2 inch up the sides to keep the ham moist during baking.
  7. Initial bake: Bake the ham covered for 30 minutes to heat through and begin tenderizing.
  8. Make the glaze: While the ham bakes, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, then stir in brown sugar until dissolved.
  9. Add remaining glaze ingredients: Mix in the honey, Dijon mustard, water, and grated garlic; reduce heat to low and cook until the mixture just starts to simmer and the garlic becomes fragrant.
  10. Cool glaze: Remove the glaze from heat and let it cool until it thickens to a consistency similar to honey for ideal brushing.
  11. First glaze application: After 30 minutes of baking, uncover the ham and brush one-third of the glaze over the surface evenly.
  12. Bake and glaze repeatedly: Continue baking uncovered, brushing the ham with more glaze every 15 minutes to build a dark golden-brown crust and ensure flavor penetration. Bake until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  13. Rest the ham: Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows juices to redistribute and enhances tenderness and flavor.
  14. Serve and enjoy: Carve the ham and serve warm with your favorite sides for a delicious, savory-sweet main dish.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to accurately check that the internal temperature of the ham reaches 145°F for food safety and optimal juiciness.
  • Scoring the ham allows the glaze to seep deeper, maximizing flavor and creating a beautiful presentation.
  • Keep the ham covered with foil during the initial bake to retain moisture.
  • Allowing the glaze to cool and thicken before brushing helps it adhere better and form a glossy crust.
  • Resting the ham after baking is essential for juicy slices.

Find it online: https://ivysrecipes.com/brown-sugar-ham-glaze-recipe/