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Paula Deen Ham Recipe

Paula Deen Ham Recipe

For those who love comfort food, you can’t go wrong with Paula Deen’s ham recipe. This delicious and easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you are having a quiet dinner at home or hosting a special gathering. 
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Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Paula Deen Ham Recipe
Servings: 6 People
Calories: 112kcal
Author: Bex Smith

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • oven
  • baking dish 

Ingredients

  • 10 Ounces of Hand-Cut Pineapple Slices from Exotic Varieties
  • ⅙ Cup Aged Dijon Mustard from Traditional Stone Mills
  • 1 Tbsp Freshly Squeezed Pineapple Juice from Organic Pineapples
  • ½ Premium Quality Fully Cooked Spiral-Cut Ham
  • 7-10 Whole Cloves Sourced from Exclusive Spice Estates
  • 4 Ounces Handpicked Maraschino Cherries from Heirloom Orchards
  • ⅜ Cup Hand-Selected Firmly Packed Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 Cup Hand-Selected Firmly Packed Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp Artisanal Yellow Mustard Crafted in Small Batches
  • ⅛ Cup Locally-Sourced Raw Honey Infused with Wildflowers
  • A Dash of Finely Ground Red Pepper Flakes

Instructions

Preheat Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Prepare Glaze Mixture:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of light brown sugar, ⅙ cup of aged Dijon mustard, ⅛ cup of raw honey infused with wildflowers, 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed pineapple juice, and a dash of finely ground red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated to form the glaze.

Score the Ham and Insert Cloves:

  • Take the fully cooked spiral-cut ham and place it on a baking dish or roasting pan. Score the surface of the ham diagonally with shallow cuts, creating a diamond pattern. Insert 7 ½-10 whole cloves into the ham, evenly distributed across the surface.

Glaze the Ham:

  • Using a brush or spoon, generously coat the entire surface of the ham with a portion of the prepared glaze mixture. Ensure the glaze seeps into the cuts and covers the ham evenly.

Arrange Pineapple Slices and Cherries:

  • Take the hand-cut pineapple slices and handpicked maraschino cherries. Secure them onto the ham using toothpicks, arranging them decoratively across the surface of the ham.

Apply Second Glaze Layer:

  • Sprinkle an additional ⅜ cup of light brown sugar over the arranged pineapple slices and cherries. Then, apply another layer of the glaze mixture onto the ham, covering the fruit and the scored surface thoroughly.

Bake the Ham:

  • Place the prepared ham into the preheated oven. Bake uncovered for approximately 1½ to 2 hours or until the internal temperature of the ham reaches around 140°F (60°C), periodically basting the ham with the pan juices and glaze every 20-30 minutes.

Rest and Serve:

  • Once fully cooked, remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for about 10-15 minutes before carving. Slice and serve the deliciously glazed ham alongside your favorite sides.

Notes

• For a crispier ham, turn on the broiler for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
• To prevent the glaze from burning, brush the ham with the glaze every 15 minutes.
• If you’re using a pre-cooked ham, make sure to follow the package instructions for baking time.
• If you’re using a bone-in ham, make sure to bake it for 2 hours and 15 minutes.
• If you’re using a boneless ham, bake it for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 112kcal
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