Making a ham is not complicated, yet it adds so much to a large meal. In this recipe, a bright orange and lemon glaze enhances the flavor of a cured ham, perfect for an Easter meal. This traditional centerpiece takes little preparation and will quickly become the talk of the table.
Prepare ham according to the heating instructions accompanying the meat. Cover with foil and bake in a preheated 350°F oven until the internal temperature reads 135°F, about 2 hours.
While heating the ham, prepare the glaze. In a small kettle, combine the marmalade, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, orange juice, lemon juice, and rosemary. Stir and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Simmer for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside until ready to use.
When the ham reaches 135°F, remove from oven, discard foil, and heat oven to 400°F.
Spoon or brush ⅓ cup of the glaze over the ham and transfer to the 400°F oven. Roast until the ham reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and the glaze caramelizes slightly, about 15-18 minutes. Watch closely to ensure the glaze does not burn. Tent with foil if needed. Remove ham and rest under foil for 10 minutes. Slice and serve with additional glaze.
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Notes
Using a good bone-in ham will work well with this recipe. It allows you to cut it any way you desire. If you prefer, you can use a spiral-cut ham, which is pre-sliced.After the initial roasting of the ham, drain off the excess liquid. Leaving the liquid in the pan does not create an issue, but removing it makes for a better presentation.Glazing the ham when it is 10°F before its final finished temperature is essential. This allows time for the glaze to adhere in the final 10°F of cooking without having to worry as much about the glaze burning on the surface of the ham. If the glaze were added at the beginning of heating, it would be on the surface of the ham for too long. If it were added when the ham had reached its final temperature, the glaze would not be warmed through and create the desired finished texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 401kcal
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