Celebration Spiced Baked Ham With Orange and Marmalade Glaze

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Celebration Spiced Baked Ham recipe with Orange and Marmalade Glaze
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Prep

30 min

Cook

3h 30m

Ready In

4h

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 lbs ham , joint
1 pint cider ( optional )
water
1 large onion , peeled and cut in half
2 large carrots , peeled and cut into large chunks
10 cloves
10 black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
4 -6 tablespoons marmalade
1 large oranges or 1 medium orange , sliced thinly
2 tablespoons demerara sugar or 2 tablespoons soft brown sugar
wooden cocktail stick

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
450
Sugar
18g
Fat
14g
This Celebration Spiced Baked Ham recipe is perfect for special occasions, such as Christmas, Easter, or Thanksgiving. The combination of spices, oranges, and marmalade creates a festive and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your guests. This recipe takes some time and effort to prepare, but the end result is definitely worth it. The tender and juicy ham, combined with the sweet and tangy glaze, make for a perfect main course.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 180C/350F.
2.Place ham in a large saucepan and cover with water and cider (if using).
3.Add onion, carrots, cloves, peppercorns and bay leaves.
4.Bring to a boil then reduce heat and let simmer for 2-2.5 hours.
5.Remove ham from liquid and allow to cool.
6.Score ham with a knife to make diamond shapes, insert cloves.
7.In a small saucepan, mix together marmalade, orange juice, orange slices, and sugar. Heat until sugar has dissolved.
8.Brush the glaze over the ham, securing the orange slices with toothpicks.
9.Bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes, basting with the glaze every 10 minutes.
10.Let cool before serving.

PROS

This baked ham is perfect for celebrations and gatherings, and will leave guests impressed.

The combination of spices, orange, and marmalade creates a unique and delicious flavor.

CONS

Ham can be high in sodium and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

This recipe may also require some time and effort to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While ham may not be the healthiest protein source, it does contain important nutrients such as protein, iron, and zinc.
The oranges in this recipe are high in vitamin C, which helps support immune function and may even boost heart health.

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