Description
This Cranberry Glazed Ham with Pineapple is a festive centerpiece that combines the sweet and tangy flavors of cranberries and pineapple. Perfect for holiday gatherings!
Ingredients
– 1 (8-10 lb) bone-in ham
– 1 cup cranberry sauce
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1 cup pineapple juice
– 1 tsp ground cloves
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices, drained and reserved
– Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1.
2. 1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
3. 2. Place the ham in a roasting pan, cut side down.
4. 3. In a bowl, mix together the cranberry sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, cloves, and cinnamon.
5. 4. Brush the glaze over the ham, making sure to cover it evenly.
6. 5. Arrange the pineapple slices on top and secure them with toothpicks if necessary.
7. 6. Cover the ham loosely with foil and bake for about 1.5 to 2 hours, basting every 30 minutes.
8. 7. Remove the foil during the last 30 minutes to allow the ham to brown.
9. 8. Once the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C), remove from the oven.
10. 9. Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
11. 10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
For a sweeter glaze, add more brown sugar. This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes and green beans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 4 oz)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: ham, cranberry, pineapple, holiday, festive