Ingredients

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1 fully cooked bone-in ham (about 8–10 lbs)
1 cup honey
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or orange juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Whole cloves (optional, for studding the ham)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).

Place the ham cut-side down on a rack in a roasting pan. Add about 1/2 inch of water to the bottom of the pan. Cover tightly with foil.

2. Bake the ham:

Heat the ham for 1 ½ to 2 hours (about 15 minutes per pound), until it reaches an internal temperature of 130°F (54°C).

3. Make the glaze:

While the ham is heating, combine honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, vinegar (or juice), and spices in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened (5–7 minutes).

4. Glaze the ham:

Remove foil from the ham. If desired, score the surface in a diamond pattern and stud with whole cloves. Brush with half of the glaze.

5. Finish baking:

Increase oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Return ham to the oven, uncovered, and bake for 15–20 minutes, brushing with more glaze every 5–7 minutes until glossy and caramelized.

6. Rest and serve:

Let the ham rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with remaining glaze on the side.