Description
Cranberry Orange Glazed Ham is a show-stopping centerpiece perfect for holiday gatherings. This succulent ham features a mouthwatering glaze made from fresh cranberries and zesty orange juice, creating a harmonious balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Its stunning caramelized exterior and juicy interior will impress your guests and fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Easy to prepare, this dish is perfect for any special occasion, ensuring delightful memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8-10 lb) bone-in ham
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 6 whole cloves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cloves until cranberries burst and form a glaze.
- Brush half of the glaze onto the scored ham.
- Bake the ham for approximately 1 hour, basting every 20 minutes with remaining glaze.
- Once cooked through (internal temperature reaches 140°F or 60°C), let it rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg