Flavorful Spin:
A rich honey butter glaze infused with roasted garlic, fresh herbs, and a touch of citrus brightness—giving this classic Easter ham a deeper, more modern flavor that stands out.
Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Servings: 8–10
Ingredients
- 1 fully cooked spiral ham (6–8 lbs)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- Salt (light, optional)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Optional Garnish:
- Lemon slices
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley)
- Extra drizzle of honey
Directions
- Preheat oven to 325°F and place ham in a roasting pan. Cover loosely with foil.
- Make the glaze: In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, garlic, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, rosemary, thyme, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Initial bake: Bake ham for 1 hour covered to heat through.
- Glaze the ham: Remove foil and brush a generous layer of glaze over the ham, making sure it seeps into the slices.
- Continue roasting: Return to oven uncovered and bake for another 45–60 minutes, basting every 15–20 minutes for a glossy, caramelized finish.
- Final caramelization: Increase heat to 400°F for the last 10–15 minutes to get that golden, slightly crisp exterior.
- Rest & serve: Let ham rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with lemon slices, herbs, and a light drizzle of glaze.
Enjoy!
