Sweet and savoury ham glazed with bourbon and brown sugar

This delectable sweet bourbon ham recipe is perfect for special occasions or holiday gatherings. The ham is glazed with a sticky-sweet bourbon and brown sugar mixture, creating a deliciously caramelized crust. The flavors of bourbon, brown sugar, and ham meld together beautifully, creating a dish that is sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 1 spiral sliced ham
• 1 cup bourbon
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
2. Place the ham in a roasting pan.
3. In a saucepan, combine bourbon, brown sugar, honey, mustard, vinegar, cloves, and cinnamon. Heat over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved.
4. Brush the glaze over the ham, making sure to get in between the slices.
5. Cover the ham with foil and bake for 1 hour, basting with the glaze every 15 minutes.
6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes, basting occasionally, until the ham is caramelized and heated through.
7. Let the ham rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

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