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CHRISTMAS HAM Like a Pro in Just 30 Minutes!

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Matt Reynecke
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Christmas Ham

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, Christmas Ham is a festive centerpiece often enjoyed during holiday celebrations. Traditionally, it symbolizes abundance and is served with various accompaniments. Today, variations can be found worldwide, with different glazes and spices reflecting local tastes.

ITITmain
8 servings
Servings4
4.5 to 5.5 kg ham
1 cup and 1/4 brown sugar
2/3 cup Dijon mustard
ginger (amount not specified)
cloves (amount not specified)
honey (amount not specified)
pineapple (amount not specified)
cinnamon (amount not specified)
1

Unwrap the Christmas ham from its packaging.

2

Remove the rind from the ham, keeping as much fat on as possible.

3

Preheat the oven to 220°C on fan bake.

4

In a saucepan, combine 1 cup and 1/4 of brown sugar and 2/3 cup of Dijon mustard.

5

Heat the mixture on medium-low heat for about 5 minutes until it thickens, stirring occasionally.

6

Score the fat on the ham in a cross-hatch pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat.

7

Taste the glaze and adjust by adding more mustard if desired.

8

Generously brush the glaze onto the ham, including the fat side.

9

Place cloves into the ham as desired.

10

Put the ham into the preheated oven and set a timer (duration not specified).

11

Prepare potatoes by tossing them in olive oil, salt, and pepper before placing them in the oven alongside the ham.

Equipment Needed

saucepanovenknife

Allergens

milkmustard
Local Name: Prosciutto di Natale

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