Vintage 1920s Honey-Glazed Ham

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A succulent bone-in ham glazed with honey, mustard, and orange zest, slow-cooked to silky tenderness using techniques from the 1920s. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 165 minutes pairs bone-in ham, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 150 min Serves 8 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Score the ham surface in a diamond pattern with shallow 1/4-inch cuts using a knife.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 1/2 cup honey, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon orange zest, and 1 teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Step 3: Brush half the honey mixture over the ham, then insert whole cloves into scored cuts. Place ham in a roasting pan and pour 1 cup water into the pan's base.
  4. Step 4: Cover tightly with foil and bake for 2 hours. Uncover, brush with remaining glaze, and bake 30 minutes longer until golden and bubbling around the edges.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Vintage 1920s Honey-Glazed Ham take to make?

Total time is about 165 minutes (15 min prep + 150 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 Vintage 1920s Honey-Glazed 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 bone-in ham from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Vintage 1920s Honey-Glazed 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 Vintage 1920s Honey-Glazed 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 Vintage 1920s Honey-Glazed Ham?

American one pot 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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