Ham has a special place in festive meals and family gatherings, often gracing tables during holidays and celebrations. Among the various preparations, Savory Glazed Ham Slices stand out due to their delightful balance of flavors and ease of preparation. This dish features tender slices of ham glazed with a sweet and savory mixture that creates a beautiful caramelized crust. It’s perfect for dinner parties or a quick weeknight meal, and it’s an excellent way to use leftover ham. Whether served alongside roasted vegetables or on a bed of rice, these ham slices are sure to impress your guests and family alike.
Ingredients
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1 cup honey
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
4 cups ham slices (preferably thick cut)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and ground cloves. Stir until the mixture begins to bubble and the sugar is fully dissolved, approximately 5 minutes. Reduce the heat and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This temperature is ideal for achieving that perfect caramelized finish on your ham slices.
While the glaze is simmering, pat the ham slices dry with paper towels. Drizzle olive oil over the slices and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Place the ham slices in a single layer in a baking dish, ensuring they are not overlapping. This allows the glaze to caramelize evenly across all slices.
Pour the prepared glaze evenly over the ham slices, ensuring each slice is well coated. Reserve a small amount of glaze for basting them later if desired.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, basting with the reserved glaze halfway through. The ham should be heated through and beautifully caramelized, with a sticky glaze coating.
Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes. This will help the glaze set a bit more. Serve warm.
