This orange glazed ham is the perfect main dish for any holiday meal or special occasion. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors creates a juicy and flavorful ham that is sure to impress your guests. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
- 1 8-10 pound fully-cooked ham
- 1 cup orange marmalade
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- Score the ham in a diamond pattern and place it in a roasting pan.
- In a small saucepan, combine the orange marmalade, orange juice, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and ground cloves. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is smooth and combined.
- Pour half of the glaze over the ham, making sure to thoroughly coat it.
- Cover the ham with foil and bake for 1 hour.
- Remove the foil, baste the ham with the remaining glaze, and continue baking for another 30 minutes, or until the ham is heated through and caramelized.
- Let the ham rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Enjoy your delicious orange glazed ham!
Interesting Facts
The orange glaze adds a citrusy sweetness to the ham, making it a unique and flavorful dish.
Leftover ham can be used in sandwiches, salads, and casseroles for easy and delicious meals.