Glazed Pineapple Ham (Printable Version)
# What You Need:
→ Ham
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1 fully cooked bone-in ham (approx. 3.5–4.5 kg / 8–10 lbs)
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Whole cloves (optional, for studding)
→ Glaze
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1 cup brown sugar, packed
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½ cup pineapple juice (from can)
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¼ cup Dijon or yellow mustard
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2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
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1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
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Pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
→ Garnish
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1 can sliced pineapple rings in juice
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Maraschino cherries (optional)
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Toothpicks or wooden skewers
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Preheat oven to 165°C (325°F). Line a large roasting pan with foil and place a rack inside.
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Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern. If desired, stud with whole cloves at the corners of the diamonds.
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In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, mustard, vinegar, honey, and cinnamon. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Place ham on the rack, cut side down. Brush generously with glaze. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 1½ hours, basting every 30 minutes.
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Remove foil. Arrange pineapple rings and cherries on the ham, securing with toothpicks. Brush again with glaze.
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Return to oven, uncovered, and bake for 30 more minutes, basting once or twice, until glossy and caramelized.
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Let rest 15–20 minutes before slicing.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
For extra caramelization, broil the ham for the final 3–5 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
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Serve with scalloped potatoes, green beans, or cornbread for a full meal.
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Leftovers make excellent sandwiches or fried rice.