Rita’s Sweet Holiday Baked Ham

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 10
Rita's Sweet Holiday Baked Ham
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup maple syrup
1 cup orange juice
1 cup ginger ale
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup honey
1 jar maraschino cherries , halved
1 fully-cooked , bone-in ham
1 can pineapple slices in juice , drained
1 box round wooden toothpicks

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
460
Sugar
44g
Fat
17g
Rita's Sweet Holiday Baked Ham is the perfect centerpiece for your holiday feast! This ham is coated in a delicious glaze made from maple syrup, orange juice, ginger ale, brown sugar, and honey. With its tender meat, crispy skin, and sweet and tangy flavor, this ham is sure to impress your guests. The addition of pineapple and cherries gives this dish a festive look that is perfect for any holiday celebration. Serve it alongside your favorite holiday sides for a meal that is both comforting and satisfying.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.Combine maple syrup, orange juice, ginger ale, brown sugar, and honey in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the mixture starts to boil.
3.Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
4.Score the ham in a diamond pattern and place it in a roasting pan.
5.Pour the glaze over the ham, making sure to get the glaze between the scored sections.
6.Use toothpicks to attach the pineapple slices and cherries to the ham.
7.Bake the ham uncovered for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, basting every 30 minutes with the pan juices.
8.Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before serving.

PROS

This baked ham is a holiday favorite your guests will love.

The sweet and savory flavors are perfectly balanced.

Great for feeding a crowd.

CONS

This dish is high in sugar and calories.

May not be suitable for people with diabetes or a low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not a health food, ham is an excellent source of protein and essential vitamins and minerals.
Pineapple is also a good source of vitamin C, which can help boost your immune system.

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