Bourbon-Glazed Ham

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Bourbon-Glazed Ham
170 min.
16
393kcal

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Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of our Bourbon-Glazed Ham, a show-stopping centerpiece perfect for any gathering. This recipe combines the smoky goodness of a fully cooked smoked ham with a luscious glaze that balances sweetness and a hint of warmth from bourbon. Whether you're hosting a festive holiday dinner or a casual family get-together, this dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

What makes this Bourbon-Glazed Ham truly special is not just its mouthwatering taste, but also its impressive presentation. The diamond scoring on the ham, adorned with cloves, creates an eye-catching design that elevates your dining experience. As the ham bakes, the glaze caramelizes, forming a beautiful, sticky coating that enhances every bite.

With a generous yield of 16 servings, this recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd. Plus, it’s surprisingly easy to prepare, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the company of your loved ones rather than slaving away in the kitchen. The combination of dark brown sugar, ground mustard, and bourbon creates a flavor profile that is both comforting and sophisticated, making it a versatile dish that can be served as an antipasti, starter, or even a delightful snack.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a memorable meal that will have everyone talking long after the last slice is gone. Your Bourbon-Glazed Ham awaits!

Ingredients

  • lb half and half smoked bone-in fully cooked
  • cup t brown sugar dark packed
  • tablespoons ground mustard 
  • 0.3 cup apple juice 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • toothpicks
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325°F. Spray shallow roasting pan or 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray.
  2. Place ham, fat side up, on rack in shallow pan. Score outside of ham in diamond pattern; insert cloves into diamond shapes. (To make inserting cloves easier, use small paring knife or toothpick to make small holes before inserting cloves.) Insert ovenproof meat thermometer in thickest part of ham.
  3. Bake 1 hour.
  4. In small bowl, stir together brown sugar, mustard and bourbon.
  5. Brush 1/2 of brown sugar mixture evenly over ham.
  6. Bake 30 minutes.
  7. Brush with remaining brown sugar mixture.
  8. Bake 40 to 50 minutes longer or until thermometer reads 140°F. If pan drippings start to burn, add up to 1/4 cup water to pan.
  9. Remove ham from oven; cover with foil and let stand 10 to 15 minutes for easier carving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories393kcal
Protein8.22%
Fat66.66%
Carbs25.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.55
Glycemic Load
0.18
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.2282608371714%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.05mg
Epicatechin
0.18mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:392.72kcal
19.64%
Fat:29.66g
45.64%
Saturated Fat:17.95g
112.22%
Carbohydrates:25.14g
8.38%
Net Carbohydrates:25.03g
9.1%
Sugar:24.31g
27.01%
Cholesterol:89.3mg
29.77%
Sodium:159.76mg
6.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.23g
16.47%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.29%
Calcium:287.06mg
28.71%
Phosphorus:250.45mg
25.05%
Vitamin A:903.53IU
18.07%
Selenium:10.15µg
14.51%
Potassium:365.45mg
10.44%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
8.08%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.65%
Magnesium:30.18mg
7.55%
Zinc:1.05mg
7.02%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.87%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.63%
Vitamin E:0.68mg
4.55%
Vitamin K:3.36µg
3.2%
Vitamin C:2.39mg
2.9%
Folate:9.21µg
2.3%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.78%
Copper:0.04mg
1.78%
Iron:0.31mg
1.72%
Vitamin B3:0.34mg
1.69%