Brown Sugar Pineapple Baked Ham
Brown Sugar Pineapple Baked Ham. This recipe takes a classic ham and elevates it with a delightful glaze made from pineapple, brown sugar, mustard, and ground cloves.
Ingredients
- 1 bone-in ham 8-10 lb (3.6-4.5 kg)
- 1 can 20 oz / 567 g pineapple tidbits, undrained
- 1 1/2 cups 300 g brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon 15 ml Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon 0.6 g ground cloves
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 325°F (160°C). Choose a suitable baking or roasting pan for the ham.
- Place the bone-in ham in the pan with the cut side down.
- Use a sharp knife to score the top of the ham in a criss-cross pattern, making diagonal lines about 1 inch apart and ¼-inch deep.
- Set the ham aside while you prepare the glaze.
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the pineapple tidbits with their juice, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and ground cloves.
- Stir the mixture occasionally and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and let it bubble for 10-15 minutes until it thickens.
- Brush the prepared glaze generously over the ham, making sure to coat both the surface and the spaces between the slices. Reserve about 1/4 of the glaze for later use.
- Bake the ham in the preheated oven for approximately 90 minutes. Remember to brush the ham with the glaze every 30 minutes to enhance the flavor and caramelization.
- Once the ham is heated through and the glaze has caramelized beautifully, remove it from the oven.
- Brush the remaining glaze over the ham for a final flavorful touch.
- Allow the ham to rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. The mouthwatering aroma will make it hard to resist!
Notes
For a more delightful presentation, consider garnishing the ham with pineapple tidbits before brushing on the glaze. This will add a pop of color and enhance the tropical flavor. Remember, allowing the ham to rest before slicing ensures juicy and tender slices. Serve alongside your favorite holiday sides for a complete and satisfying meal.