Indulge your taste buds in the ultimate holiday delight with this Pineapple and Brown Sugar Glazed Ham. This mouthwatering masterpiece combines the savory richness of ham with the sweet and tangy infusion of pineapple and brown sugar glaze. The ham is expertly baked to perfection, ensuring a juicy and flavorful experience with every bite. Turn your holiday feast into the talk of the season by trying out this Kentucky Legend recipe:
Pineapple and Brown Sugar Glazed Ham
Created by Food Network, This Kentucky Legend classic combines the sweet and savory flavors of rich brown sugar and pineapple to create this delectable dish that is perfect for your next holiday or special gathering!
Ingredients
- 8 lbs Kentucky Legend Half Ham
- 1 tbsp whole cloves optional
- 2 20 oz cans pineapple slices in juice
- 20 maraschino cherries
- 2 cups honey
- 2 cups firmly-packed light brown sugar
Instructions
- Let the ham sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place the ham on a cutting board. Using a sharp paring knife, score the top and sides in a diagonal crosshatch pattern about 1/4 inch deep. Push the cloves into the ham if using, placing them at the intersections of the cuts. Put the ham, scored side-up, on a rack set in a roasting pan.
- Drain the pineapple rings, reserving the juice. Arrange the sliced pineapple all over the ham, securing with toothpicks. Add a maraschino cherry to the center of each pineapple slice and secure with a toothpick.
- Pour 1/4 inch water into the bottom of the pan and tent the ham loosely with foil. Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the ham registers 130 degrees F, about 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, combine the honey, brown sugar and reserved pineapple juice in a large saucepan set over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, syrupy and reduced to about 3 cups, 25 to 30 minutes. Set aside.
- Increase the oven temperature to 425 degrees F.
- Uncover the ham and carefully brush a third of the glaze all over. If the water in the roasting pan has evaporated, add more. Bake the ham for 15 minutes more. Brush with another third of the glaze and bake for 15 minutes more. Brush the remaining glaze over the ham and cook until the glaze is shiny and the skin is dark golden brown and crispy, about 15 minutes more. Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
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