Ingredients:
- Ham: Boneless or bone-in
- Cloves: Whole, inserted every 2-3 square inches
- Honey: 4-8 oz
- Pineapple: 2 cups chunks (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- Pineapple: 1 can in syrup (if not in syrup, add brown sugar to make own syrup)
- Brown Sugar: 1 cup
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Nutmeg: 1 pinch or tablespoon
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ham:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Place the ham in a roasting pan.
- Insert whole cloves into the ham every 2-3 square inches.
- Prepare the Pineapple Glaze:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the pineapple chunks, the syrup from the canned pineapple, honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- If using fresh or frozen pineapple without syrup, add 1/2 cup of water and additional brown sugar to make your own syrup.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is dissolved and the glaze thickens slightly.
- Apply the Glaze:
- Pour half of the pineapple glaze over the ham, ensuring it is evenly coated.
- Bake the Ham:
- Place the ham in the preheated oven.
- Halfway through the cooking time, carefully remove the ham from the oven and use a sharp knife to make additional cuts all around the ham, allowing the glaze to penetrate deeper.
- Baste the ham with the remaining glaze every 10 to 15 minutes.
- Finish the Ham:
- Continue baking until the ham reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C) and is nicely caramelized, typically about 1.5 to 2 hours for a pre-cooked ham (or follow package instructions if different).
- For a richer glaze, baste with the pineapple syrup each time.
- Serve:
- Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Serve the ham slices with extra pineapple chunks and glaze from the pan.
Enjoy your delicious and sweet HonApple Ham, perfect for any festive gathering or special meal!
