Fruit Cake
– 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (about 8–10 lbs) – Whole cloves (optional, for studding) – 1 cup brown sugar – 1/2 cup honey – 1/4 cup Dijon mustard – 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar or orange juice – 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard (optional) – 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon – 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves (if not using whole)
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Place the ham cut-side down on a rack in a large roasting pan.
Using a sharp knife, score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern. Insert whole cloves into the intersections if desired.
In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, honey, Dijon, cider vinegar, cinnamon, and ground cloves. Simmer for 5–8 minutes until slightly thickened.
Brush the ham with some of the glaze. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, basting with glaze every 20–30 minutes.
Uncover the ham for the last 20 minutes to let the glaze caramelize and form a beautiful crust.
Let the ham rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve with remaining glaze on the side or drizzled over slices.
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