Best Honey Baked Ham

Ingredients

• 8-10 pounds spiral cut ham
• 1 cup honey (wildflower or clover)
• 1 cup dark brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• Optional: apple cider or orange juice

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Score the surface of the ham with a diamond pattern.
2. Let the ham sit at room temperature for about an hour to ensure even cooking.
3. In a saucepan, combine honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and ground cloves. Heat until sugar is dissolved.
4. Place the ham flat-side down in a roasting pan. Brush with glaze and cover with foil.
5. Bake for 15-18 minutes per pound, basting every 30 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 140°F.
6. Uncover the ham for the last 30-45 minutes of baking to caramelize the glaze.

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