Description
- Discover how to make a delicious Glazed Pineapple and Cherry Ham with this easy, step-by-step recipe for your next celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ½ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ½ tablespoon ground cloves
- 6–8 pounds bone-in ham
- 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple rings
- 1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F.
- In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and ground cloves. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it simmers and the sugar is fully dissolved (about 5 minutes).
- Place the ham in a roasting pan. Pour half of the glaze over the ham, ensuring it seeps into the slices.
- Cover the ham with foil and bake for 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F.
- Remove the ham from the oven and increase the temperature to 425°F.
- Arrange the pineapple rings on the ham, securing them with toothpicks. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple ring and secure with a toothpick as well.
- Drizzle the remaining glaze over the pineapple and cherries.
- Return the ham to the oven, uncovered, and bake for 15-20 minutes until the glaze is bubbly and caramelized.
- Let the ham rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute for a tender, flavorful dish.
Notes
- Ham Size: Adjust cooking time to 15 minutes per pound if your ham is larger or smaller than 6-8 pounds.
- Glaze Options: For extra flavor, add a splash of orange juice or a pinch of cinnamon.
- Basting: Baste the ham with the glaze a few times during baking for a moist, flavorful result.
- Internal Temperature: Ensure the ham reaches an internal temperature of 140°F for safe consumption.
- Resting Tip: Let the ham rest for 10-15 minutes post-baking for a juicier, more tender result.
- This glazed pineapple and cherry ham is a perfect dish for your next family gathering or holiday celebration.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10 servings
- Calories: 400 kcal per serving
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