There’s a chance that at some point you’ll need a good ham recipe. Maybe you’re celebrating a holiday or hosting a family get together, or you just need something delicious to feed a hungry crowd. Ham is a great option since it doesn’t require much prep work or babysitting as it cooks. It also pairs well with many different side dishes, like mashed potatoes, green beans, rolls, and almost any salad.
There are pages and pages of great ham recipes to choose from, but this one in my opinion was the best. Here are the results.
Best for Those Whole Like a Sweet Exterior
Honey-glazed ham recipe
This honey-glazed ham recipe tastes very much like the famous honey-baked ham but costs much less, and there’s no need to fight the crowds at holiday time. You can even buy the ham pre-sliced to make it easier and more like the original. It’s very good. I make this while preparing the rest of the meal in the kitchen, so I don’t forget to baste.
Whether you’re cooking for a special occasion or simply treating yourself to a delicious dinner, this honey-glazed ham is a reliable way to prepare the perfect ham. The simple recipe comes together easily the day of and is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Honey-Glazed Ham Ingredients
You’ll need just five ingredients for this top-rated honey-glazed ham recipe:
- Ham: This recipe calls for one 5-pound ready-to-eat ham. If your ham is larger or smaller, you’ll need to adjust the recipe.
- Cloves: Aromatic whole cloves add warm, spicy-sweet flavor.
- Honey: Of course, you’ll need honey. Pro-tip: Spray your measuring cup with cooking spray so the honey slides out easily.
- Corn Syrup: Dark corn syrup adds more flavor and contributes to caramelization. Some reviewers suggest substituting brown sugar or using a combination of corn syrup and brown sugar.
- Butter: Butter adds and helps retain moisture, resulting in a juicy honey-baked ham that’s impossible to resist.
What to Serve with Honey-Glazed Ham
Honey-glazed ham pairs perfectly with traditional side dishes like mashed potatoes and macaroni and cheese. But you could serve it with anything you like!
Ingredients
- 1 (5 pound) ready-to-eat ham
- ¼ cup whole cloves or as needed
- 2 cups honey
- ⅔ cup butter
- ¼ cup dark corn syrup
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a roasting pan with foil.
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Score ham in a crosshatch pattern; stud with whole cloves. Place ham in the prepared pan.
- Heat honey, butter, and corn syrup in the top half of a double boiler on medium heat until butter melts. Keep glaze warm while ham bakes.
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Brush glaze over ham; bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
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Baste ham with glaze every 10 to 15 minutes. Broil to caramelize glaze during last 4 to 5 minutes of cooking time. Remove from oven and let sit a few minutes before serving.
- Enjoy
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 521 | Calories |
| 28g | Fat |
| 42g | Carbs |
| 26g | Protein |
There’s a reason there’s a whole business dedicated to selling honey-glazed hams! Now, with this recipe, you can make your own right at home.
Source: ©allrecipes.com
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