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Apricot Glazed Ham

Apricot Glazed Ham pairs salty, succulent roasted ham with a glossy apricot and honey mustard glaze that bakes into a sweet-tangy, gently spiced crust. Clove-studded scoring perfumes each slice, making it festive and aromatic. Ideal for holidays or any special gathering, it carves beautifully after a brief rest and delivers balanced, crowd-pleasing flavor.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook1 hr 55 mins
  • Serves14
  • DifficultyEasy
Apricot Glazed Ham
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Score the fatty side of the ham with a sharp knife in a diamond pattern, spacing the cuts about 1 inch apart. Insert whole cloves at the intersections, if desired. Place the ham in a shallow roasting pan and cover it with aluminum foil.

  3. 3

    Bake the ham in the preheated oven for about 90 minutes. About 10 minutes before the ham is done, place the apricot preserves in a small saucepan. Warm over medium heat until fluid, then remove from the heat and stir in the honey mustard.

  4. 4

    Brush the glaze over the ham, return it to the oven uncovered, and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the glaze is nicely browned. Let the ham rest for about 10 minutes before carving and serving.