Mustard-Glazed Ham with Brown Sugar Bourbon Glaze

A mouthwatering and easy-to-make glazed ham that is sure to impress your guests. The combination of mustard, honey, and spices creates a delicious caramelized crust, while the brown sugar bourbon glaze adds a touch of sweetness and depth of flavor.

Ingredients

1	(5- to 8-pound), sliced or unsliced
½	cup whole-grain mustard
3	tablespoons honey
¼	teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼	teaspoon ground cloves
1	cup brown sugar
¼	cup bourbon
1 ½	ham drippings and/or ham stock
¼	cup brown sugar
½	teaspoon dry mustard
1	pinch finely grated nutmeg
1	pinch ground cloves

Instructions

• 1. Prepare the Ham: Preheat the oven to 300°F. Score the ham in a diamond pattern about ¼ inch deep, if it's not pre-sliced. Place the ham on a rack in a large roasting pan.
  2. Mix Mustard Glaze: In a small bowl, combine whole-grain mustard, honey, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves.
  3. Apply Mustard Glaze: Using your hands, evenly coat the ham with the mustard mixture. Next, generously pat brown sugar onto the ham's surface, pressing it in to stick.
  4. Spritz with Bourbon: Lightly mist the brown sugar with bourbon using a spray bottle, moistening it slightly. Use just enough to coat the sugar.
  5. Bake the Ham: Roast the ham, uncovered, basting occasionally, for 20 minutes per pound until golden and caramelized.
  6. Prepare the Glaze: Strain the ham drippings, skim the fat as desired, and add ham stock to make 1½ cups. In a saucepan, bring the mixture to a boil. Stir in brown sugar, dry mustard, nutmeg, and cloves. Cook until thickened. For extra flavor, consider incorporating a splash of pineapple juice. Serve the glaze alongside the ham.

Jul 18, 2024