Brown Sugar Ham Glaze
Ingredients:
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Directions:
Combine Ingredients:
In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, ground cloves, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger.
Cook the Glaze:
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the sugar has dissolved and the glaze has thickened slightly.
Add Butter:
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the unsalted butter until melted and fully incorporated.
Apply the Glaze:
Brush the glaze over your ham during the last 30 minutes of baking, basting every 10 minutes for a beautifully caramelized and flavorful finish.
Serve:
Slice and serve the glazed ham, enjoying the rich, sweet, and savory flavors this glaze adds to your holiday centerpiece.
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes
Kcal: 120 kcal per tablespoon | Servings: Makes enough for one 8-10 lb ham