Description
Treat your taste buds to this Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham. With its rich flavor from maple syrup and bourbon and simple preparation, it’s ideal for family gatherings or festive celebrations.
Ingredients
- Smoked Ham (5½-6½ lbs)
- Onion
- Carrot
- Black Peppercorns (1 tsp)
- Bay Leaves (2-3)
- Bourbon (½ cup)
- Maple Syrup (½ cup)
- Brown Sugar (4 tbsp)
- Dijon Mustard (2 tbsp)
- Apple Cider Vinegar (2 tsp)
Instructions
- Prepare the ham by poaching in a pot with onion, carrot, bay leaves, and peppercorns for about 1 hour and 15-20 minutes.
- Make the glaze by combining bourbon, maple syrup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar in a saucepan and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and score the ham, then generously brush with half the glaze.
- Roast the ham on a wire rack for 15 minutes, brush on the remaining glaze, then roast for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let the ham rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use pure maple syrup for the best flavor.
Consider letting the ham rest longer after roasting for maximum juiciness.
Adjust the glaze to fit various diets with vegan substitutes if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 40mg