Apricot-Glazed Ham

Ingredients

• 1 (7-pound) pre-cooked bone-in spiral ham
• 1/2 cup apricot preserves
• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F. Place the ham in a roasting pan.
2. In a small bowl, combine the apricot preserves, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, ground cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk until well combined.
3. Spoon the glaze evenly over the top of the ham.
4. Bake the ham for 20 minutes, or until the glaze is bubbling and the ham is heated through.
5. Remove from the oven and let the ham rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Ham was a popular dish in ancient Rome and was often served with honey and mustard.
• Ham is made from pork, and can be cured or uncured.
• The apricot preserves in this recipe give the ham a unique sweetness.
• The glaze helps keep the ham moist and tender.