How to Make Maple-Glazed Ham | Extra Sharp | Real Simple

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower in calories, while corn syrup is more affordable.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is cheaper.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave nectar

💰Cheaper: sugar

Agave nectar is lower in calories, while sugar is a more economical option.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos are often less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 325°F.

Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern.

Mix honey, maple syrup, brown sugar, mustard, black pepper, and cloves in a bowl.

Brush the glaze mixture generously over the ham.

Place the ham on a rack in a roasting pan.

Add water to the bottom of the pan to keep the ham moist.

Cover the ham loosely with foil and roast for 1 hour.

Remove the foil and baste the ham with the glaze every 20 minutes.

Continue roasting for another 30-45 minutes until heated through.

Check the internal temperature; it should reach 140°F.

Let the ham rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Serve with remaining glaze drizzled on top.

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