Honey-Bourbon Glazed Ham

Dairy Free
Health score
33%
Honey-Bourbon Glazed Ham
20 min.
15
523kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that will elevate your gatherings and tantalize your taste buds! This Honey-Bourbon Glazed Ham is not just a dish; it’s the centerpiece of every celebration. With its rich flavors and inviting aroma, this savory delight is sure to impress your guests, whether it's for a holiday feast, an antipasti platter, or a festive snack.

Imagine the sweet and smoky notes of bourbon paired with the natural sweetness of honey and molasses, all draped over a perfectly cooked ham. The moment you take that first bite, you'll experience the succulent, juicy meat enhanced by the delightful glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Not only does it taste incredible, but it’s also a dairy-free option that ensures everyone at your table can enjoy it without any worries.

Preparation is a breeze, taking just 20 minutes of hands-on time before you let the oven work its magic for a few hours. Whether you're hosting a large gathering or planning a cozy family dinner, this dish offers generous servings for up to 15 people, guaranteeing that no one leaves your table hungry. And if you're looking for a twist, our boneless variation can be whipped up in just over an hour! Get ready to impress your loved ones with a meal that’s both simple to prepare and profoundly delicious.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup bourbon 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar light packed
  • 0.3 cup dijon mustard 
  • 9.3 lb finely-chopped ham bone-in fully cooked
  • 0.5 cup honey 
  • 0.3 cup blackstrap molasses 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Remove skin from ham, and trim fat to 1/4-inch thickness. Make shallow cuts in fat 1 inch apart in a diamond pattern; insert cloves in centers of diamonds.
  3. Place ham in an aluminum foil-lined 13- x 9-inch pan.
  4. Stir together brown sugar and next 4 ingredients; spoon over ham.
  5. Bake at 350 on lowest oven rack 2 hours and 30 minutes, basting with pan juices every 30 minutes. Shield ham with foil after 1 hour to prevent excessive browning.
  6. Remove ham from oven, and let stand 30 minutes.
  7. TRY THIS TWIST!
  8. Honey-Bourbon Boneless Glazed Ham: Substitute 1 (4-lb.) smoked, fully cooked boneless ham for bone-in. Reduce cloves to 3 (do not insert into ham). Stir together brown sugar mixture as directed in Step 2; stir in cloves.
  9. Place ham in a foil-lined 13- x 9-inch pan.
  10. Pour sauce over ham.
  11. Bake as directed, reducing bake time to 1 hour and basting every 30 minutes. Makes 10 servings. Hands-on time: 10 min.; Total time: 1 hr., 10 min.

Nutrition Facts

Calories523kcal
Protein42.8%
Fat39.1%
Carbs18.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.55
Glycemic Load
7.33
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
30.893043457166%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:522.57kcal
26.13%
Fat:21.51g
33.09%
Saturated Fat:4.77g
29.83%
Carbohydrates:22.39g
7.46%
Net Carbohydrates:22.13g
8.05%
Sugar:22.06g
24.51%
Cholesterol:204.19mg
68.06%
Sodium:3296.93mg
143.34%
Alcohol:2.67g
100%
Alcohol %:1.06%
100%
Protein:52.98g
105.95%
Vitamin B1:1.5mg
99.77%
Selenium:58.78µg
83.97%
Phosphorus:826.13mg
82.61%
Vitamin C:65.25mg
79.09%
Vitamin B12:3.94µg
65.73%
Vitamin B3:10.06mg
50.31%
Zinc:6.32mg
42.17%
Vitamin B2:0.67mg
39.66%
Vitamin B6:0.78mg
38.79%
Potassium:919.43mg
26.27%
Vitamin B5:2.54mg
25.36%
Magnesium:80.41mg
20.1%
Copper:0.37mg
18.43%
Iron:2.92mg
16.23%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.21%
Calcium:42.39mg
4.24%
Folate:9.08µg
2.27%
Fiber:0.26g
1.04%
Source:My Recipes