Maple-Glazed Ham with Clove and Mustard Crust

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A classic baked ham coated in a fragrant crust of ground cloves and mustard, finished with a sweet maple syrup glaze for a festive holiday centerpiece. This american-inspired holiday ready in about 105 minutes pairs pounds, fully cooked bone-in ham, whole cloves, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 460 calories and feeds 10, 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.

★ 4.2 (13 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 90 min Serves 10 American cuisine 460 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Score the surface of the 5-pound bone-in ham in a diamond pattern about 1/4 inch deep and stud each diamond intersection with a whole clove, using 20 cloves total.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup maple syrup, and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Place ham on a rack in a roasting pan and brush the mustard glaze evenly over the ham surface.
  4. Step 4: Roast the ham for 1 hour 30 minutes, basting with remaining glaze every 20 minutes, until heated through and caramelized on top.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Ham with Clove and Mustard Crust take to make?

Total time is about 105 minutes (15 min prep + 90 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-Glazed Ham with Clove and Mustard Crust?

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 whole cloves from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Ham with Clove and Mustard Crust?

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-Glazed Ham with Clove and Mustard Crust for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 10 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 10). 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-Glazed Ham with Clove and Mustard Crust?

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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