Maple-Dijon Glazed Baked Ham with Grits
A Southern breakfast classic featuring tender ham glazed with maple and Dijon, served over creamy stone-ground grits. This southern-inspired mother’s day ready in about 55 minutes pairs bone-in ham, maple syrup, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 4, 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb bone-in ham
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Place 1.5 lb bone-in ham slices in a baking dish, then mix 3 tbsp maple syrup and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard in a small bowl, pour over ham, and dot with 2 tbsp butter.
- Step 2: Bring 2 cups milk and 1/2 tsp salt to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Gradually whisk in 1 cup stone-ground grits, reduce heat to low, and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until creamy and thickened.
- Step 3: Season grits with 1/4 tsp black pepper, then bake ham for 25 minutes until glaze bubbles and golden. Serve ham over hot grits and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Dijon Glazed Baked Ham with Grits take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 Maple-Dijon Glazed Baked Ham with Grits?
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 bone-in ham from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Dijon Glazed Baked Ham with Grits?
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 Maple-Dijon Glazed Baked Ham with Grits for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Maple-Dijon Glazed Baked Ham with Grits?
Southern mother’s day 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Easily the best ham recipe I've tried. The grits recipe that came with it was a game-changer.
- ★★★★★
My mother was so happy with this dish. The glaze had the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
- ★★★★★
This was the star of my Mother's Day dinner! The kids loved the ham, and the grits were creamy and comforting.
