Honey-Glazed Baked Ham

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A classic holiday centerpiece with a sweet and savory glaze, baked to perfection. This American-inspired holiday recipe, ready in about 135 minutes, pairs ham, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 120 min Serves 8 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Step 2: Place 5 lbs bone-in ham, cut-side down, in a roasting pan. Score fat in a diamond pattern with a sharp knife.
  3. Step 3: Whisk 1/2 cup honey, 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp ground cloves, and 1/4 cup brown sugar in a small bowl.
  4. Step 4: Brush half of the glaze over the ham, then place in oven.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 2 hours, brushing with remaining glaze every 30 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Baked Ham take to make?

Total time is about 135 minutes (15 min prep + 120 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Glazed Baked Ham?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ham from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Baked Ham?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Glazed Baked Ham for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Honey-Glazed Baked Ham?

American holiday like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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