This Horseradish and Honey Glazed Ham recipe is perfect for any special occasion or holiday gathering. The combination of tangy horseradish and sweet honey creates a flavorful and succulent glaze for the ham. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can impress your guests with this delicious main course.
Ingredients
- 1 (7-8 pounds) fully cooked bone-in ham
- 1 cup honey
- 1/2 cup prepared horseradish
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Place the ham on a rack in a roasting pan, fat side up.
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, horseradish, mustard, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, salt, and ground cloves. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the glaze is smooth and well combined.
- Brush half of the glaze over the ham, making sure to cover all sides.
- Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil.
- Bake the ham in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
- Remove the foil and brush the remaining glaze over the ham.
- Continue baking the ham for an additional 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).
- Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Serve the horseradish and honey glazed ham warm with your favorite sides.
Interesting Facts
Horseradish is a root vegetable that belongs to the same family as mustard and wasabi.
Honey is a natural sweetener that adds depth and richness to the glaze.
This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to accommodate different serving sizes.