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Brown Sugar-Glazed Ham Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (7-9 pounds)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Special equipment needed:
- Roasting pan
- Basting brush
- Aluminum foil

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.

2. Remove the ham from its packaging and place it in the roasting pan, cut-side down.

3. In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, orange juice, and ground cloves until well combined.

4. Brush the glaze all over the ham, making sure to get it into all the crevices.

5. Cover the ham with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes.

6. Remove the foil and baste the ham with the pan juices. Return it to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F.

7. Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 2 hours
Temperature:
325°F
Serving size:
8-10 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 520
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 140mg
Sodium: 2600mg
Carbohydrates: 29g
Sugar: 28g
Protein: 50g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use maple syrup instead of honey.
- You can use yellow mustard instead of Dijon mustard.
- You can use lemon juice instead of orange juice.

Variations:
- Add chopped pineapple to the glaze for a tropical twist.
- Use a spiral-cut ham for easier slicing.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the glaze for a spicy kick.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to baste the ham every 30 minutes for maximum flavor.
- If the ham is browning too quickly, cover it with foil again.
- Let the ham rest before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover ham in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the ham slices in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake at 325°F for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Arrange the ham slices on a platter and garnish with fresh herbs, such as rosemary or thyme.

Garnishes:
- Fresh herbs, such as rosemary or thyme
- Sliced oranges or lemons

Pairings:
- Scalloped potatoes
- Green bean casserole
- Roasted vegetables

Suggested side dishes:
- Mashed sweet potatoes
- Cornbread stuffing
- Roasted Brussels sprouts

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the glaze is too thick, add a splash of water to thin it out.
- If the ham is not browning enough, remove the foil for the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the internal temperature of the ham reaches 140°F to ensure it is fully cooked.

Food history:
- Ham has been a popular meat for centuries, dating back to ancient times when pigs were domesticated.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, tangy, and savory

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the ham with a side of the glaze for dipping.

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