Brown Sugar Pineapple Baked Ham
A sweet and easy main dish that's festive and flavorful, perfect for gatherings without the hassle of babysitting multiple dishes.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 each Fully cooked bone in ham Spiral sliced is convenient, but not required.
- 1 cup Brown sugar For deep caramel sweetness.
- 1 can Pineapple slices Canned rings are easy; save the juice.
- 1/2 cup Pineapple juice Use the juice from the can or fresh.
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard Yellow mustard is a substitute if needed.
- 1/4 cup Butter Melt before mixing into the glaze.
- optional Cloves For flavor, poke into the ham.
- optional Maraschino cherries To place in the center of each pineapple ring.
- optional A little cinnamon For a warm spice addition.
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Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F. Grab a roasting pan and foil.
- Place the ham cut side down in the pan.
- Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter, then stir in brown sugar, pineapple juice, and mustard until smooth.
- Brush or spoon some glaze over the ham.
- Arrange pineapple slices on top or use maraschino cherries in the center.
- Poke cloves into the ham if desired.
- Cover the pan tightly with foil and bake for about 10 to 12 minutes per pound.
- During the last 30 minutes, remove the foil and brush on the remaining glaze.
- Rest the ham for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.
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Note
Keep the ham covered most of the baking time to retain moisture. Baste it a few times during the uncovered baking period to develop a shiny glaze.