Glazed Easter Ham Recipe
Easter ham is a delightful dish commonly enjoyed during Easter festivities. To make it, start by preparing the ham, typically a large cut of pork, by rinsing it and patting it dry. Then, score the surface of the ham with a knife to allow the flavors to penetrate.
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Calories: 200kcal
Equipment
- Roasting pan
- Sharp Knife
- Basting Brush or Spoon
- Oven
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
- 1 whole fully cooked bone-in ham 15 to 18 pounds
- whole cloves
- 3 cups brown sugar
- 1/2 cups spicy brown mustard
- 1 can Dr Pepper or Coke
- 3 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to recommended temperature for ham roasting.
- Rinse ham under cold water and pat dry with towels.
- Score ham's surface with sharp knife in crisscross pattern.
- Season ham generously with desired spices, herbs, or aromatics.
- Apply glaze evenly onto the surface of the scored ham.
- Place prepared ham into appropriately sized roasting pan.
- Roast ham in preheated oven according to recipe instructions.
- Baste ham occasionally with its own juices or additional glaze.
- Check internal temperature of ham with meat thermometer periodically.
- Allow ham to rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Preheat oven adequately for even cooking and optimal results.
- Thoroughly rinse and pat dry the ham to remove excess moisture.
- Use a sharp knife to score the ham's surface for better flavor infusion.
- Season generously with spices to enhance the taste of the ham.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.1g