Southern Baked Ham π
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 30 servings
Calories: 97.4 per serving
Cuisine: Southern
Keywords: Pork, Meat, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Winter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, For Large Groups, Beginner Cook, Easy
Description
This Southern Baked Ham recipe is a holiday favorite that everyone looks forward to! The secret? It’s incredibly easy to make. The sweet sauce that coats the ham is so delicious, you’ll want to pour it over everything, from the ham itself to homemade mashed potatoes. Get ready for a flavorful feast that will have your guests coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 hams
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
- 1 1/2 cups honey
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
Instructions
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a bowl, mix together the yellow mustard and honey until well combined. π― |
| 2 | In a separate bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and light brown sugar. π₯ |
| 3 | Preheat your oven to the temperature indicated on the ham package. π‘οΈ |
| 4 | Place the ham in a roasting pan. π |
| 5 | Coat the ham evenly with the mustard and honey mixture. π― |
| 6 | Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the ham, making sure it’s fully coated. π§ |
| 7 | Bake the ham in the preheated oven according to the package instructions. π |
| 8 | As the ham bakes, the mustard and sugar will create a delicious dark brown sauce. π€€ |
| 9 | Every 15-20 minutes, baste the ham with the sauce from the bottom of the pan. π₯ |
| 10 | Continue baking and basting until the ham is fully cooked and glazed to perfection. π |
| 11 | Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. π |
| 12 | Serve warm, and don’t forget to spoon some of that irresistible sauce over each slice! π΄ |
Tips and Serving Suggestions
- Sauce Serving: Pour any extra sauce into a small dish and serve alongside the ham. It’s also fantastic drizzled over homemade mashed potatoes!
- Garnish Ideas: For an extra touch of flavor and presentation, garnish the ham with fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary before serving. πΏ
- Side Dish Pairings: This ham goes wonderfully with classic Southern sides like macaroni and cheese, collard greens, or cornbread. π½
- Leftovers: Use any leftover ham to make delicious sandwiches or add it to omelets for a hearty breakfast the next day. π₯ͺ
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 97.4
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 144.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.8g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Sugar: 23.1g
- Protein: 0.6g
Recipe Notes
- This Southern Baked Ham is perfect for holiday gatherings, whether it’s Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any special occasion where you’re feeding a crowd. π
- The combination of sweet honey, tangy mustard, and caramelized sugar creates a flavor profile that’s sure to impress. π
- Don’t skip the step of basting the ham with the sauceβit helps to keep the meat juicy and flavorful as it cooks. π
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less sugar. This recipe is forgiving and easily customizable! π₯
Now you’re all set to make this Southern Baked Ham recipe for your next holiday feast! π Enjoy the delicious flavors and the smiles of your satisfied guests. π½οΈ
