Best 5 Apricot Brown Sugar Ham Recipes

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**Apricot Brown Sugar Ham: A Sweet and Savory Treat**

Apricot brown sugar ham is a classic dish that's perfect for special occasions or everyday meals. This dish combines the sweet and tangy flavors of apricots with the smoky and salty flavors of ham, creating a delicious and memorable dish. The glaze is made with brown sugar, apricot preserves, and a touch of mustard, giving the ham a beautiful caramelized crust. This recipe also includes instructions for making a simple apricot sauce that can be served alongside the ham for an extra burst of flavor. Additionally, the article provides tips for choosing the right ham, as well as suggestions for side dishes that will complement the main course. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this apricot brown sugar ham recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.

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APRICOT-GLAZED HAM



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Glaze a bone-in ham with apricot jam for a entree that's beautiful and delicious. Any leftovers will make meal planning a breeze later in the week. -Galelah Dowell, Fairland, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 fully cooked bone-in ham (6 to 8 pounds)
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons ground mustard
Whole cloves
1/2 cup apricot preserves

Steps:

  • Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Score the surface of the ham, making diamond shapes 1/2 in. deep. Combine brown sugar and mustard; rub over surface of ham. Insert a clove in the center of each diamond. , Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1 hour. Spoon preserves over ham. Bake 15-30 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 140° and ham is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 926mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 17g protein.

MAPLE APRICOT GLAZED HAM



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 8-pound spiral-cut ham
1/2 cup apricot jam
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons Louisiana-style hot sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Bread and butter pickles, for serving, plus 1 tablespoon pickle brine
Parker House-style rolls, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the ham on the baking sheet.
  • Stir together the jam, maple syrup, hot sauce, Dijon and pickle brine in a small pan over medium heat. Cook until everything is combined and the mixture is pourable, 2 to 3 minutes. Brush the mixture onto the ham, reserving any excess for a final glaze at the end.
  • Bake, rotating and basting the ham with the glaze and juices every hour, until browned on top and warmed through, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Serve as mini sandwiches on the rolls with pickles.

CLASSIC PINEAPPLE-APRICOT GLAZED HAM



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A gorgeous glazed ham calls for a celebration, but it can be a bit daunting to make one. It doesn't have to be that way. As long as you buy the right ham (that's what your butcher is for, friends!), it's a snap to put together a flavorful, fragrant glaze -- and that's really all you need to make this showstopper of a roast.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h55m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 9- to 10-pound bone-in fully-smoked ham (butt or shank half)
2 tablespoons whole cloves
Zest and juice of 2 limes
8 thin slices fresh ginger
2 cups unsweetened pineapple juice
1 cup apricot preserves
1/4 cup Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • For the ham: Remove the ham from the refrigerator and bring to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Trim off any skin from the ham. Use a sharp paring knife to score through the fat in a diagonal crosshatch pattern without cutting through to the meat. Insert the cloves into the ham, placing them at the intersections of the cuts (you may have some cloves left over).
  • Put the ham, flat-side down, on a rack in a roasting pan. Pour 1/4 inch water into the bottom of the pan. Transfer to the oven and roast until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the ham registers 130 degrees F, about 2 hours and 30 minutes (about 15 minutes per pound).
  • Meanwhile make the glaze: Squeeze the lime juice into a small saucepan. Add the ginger and pineapple juice. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until reduced to 1/2 cup, 8 to 10 minutes. Strain, then stir in the lime zest, apricot preserves and Dijon.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 425 degrees F. Pour half the pineapple glaze over the ham and brush to coat. If the water in the bottom of the pan has evaporated, add more. Return the ham to the oven and roast, basting every 10 minutes with the remaining glaze, until glossy and well browned, about 45 minutes more.
  • Let the ham rest for 15 minutes before carving. Carve the ham into slices and serve.

APRICOT GLAZED HAM



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If you are looking for the perfect ham to be the star of your Christmas dinner, this apricot glazed ham is it! It has a delicious apricot glaze drizzled on top and it's baked to perfection.

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h55m

Number Of Ingredients 6

10 pound spiral ham, boneless, fully cooked (pre-sliced)
1 cup apricot preserves
1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Place the ham in a roasting pan or 9X13 baking dish, cut side down.
  • In a saucepan, combine the apricot preserves, dijon mustard, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cloves. Whisk ingredients together and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it comes to a boil, remove it from heat.
  • Brush 1/2 of the glaze over the ham. Make sure the glaze gets between the slices.
  • Cover the pan tightly with foil so the ham doesn't dry out. Bake for 90 minutes or per the package instructions.
  • Remove the ham from the oven and brush the remaining glaze on top. Save a little for serving if you like. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F. Return the ham to the oven uncovered. Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the ham gets a nice brown outer layer.
  • Transfer the ham to a serving platter. Let the ham rest and slightly cool for 15 minutes before serving. Slice and serve with additional glaze if you saved some.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 43 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 166 mg, Sodium 2634 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 10 g, UnsaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

APRICOT HAM STEAK



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Ham is a versatile main menu item that's a standby with all country cooks. One of the best and easiest ways to serve ham slices is topped off with a slightly sweet glaze, like this apricot version. -Scott Woodward, Shullsburg, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter, divided
4 fully cooked boneless ham steaks (5 ounces each)
1/2 cup apricot preserves
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Dash salt

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Cook ham on both sides until lightly browned and heated through. Remove from pan; keep warm., Add 1 tablespoon butter and remaining ingredients to pan; cook and stir over medium heat until blended and heated through. Serve over ham.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 1899mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 26g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ham: For this recipe, a fully cooked ham is recommended. The size of the ham depends on the number of people you are serving, but a 10-pound ham is a good option for a crowd.
  • Score the ham: Scoring the ham helps the glaze to penetrate the meat and creates a nice crust. To score the ham, use a sharp knife to make shallow cuts in the fat, about 1 inch apart.
  • Use a good quality glaze: The glaze is what gives this ham its delicious flavor, so it's important to use a good quality glaze. The recipe in the article uses a simple glaze made with apricot preserves, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard, but you can use your favorite glaze recipe.
  • Cook the ham properly: The ham should be cooked until it reaches an internal temperature of 140 degrees Fahrenheit. To ensure that the ham is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check the temperature in the thickest part of the ham.
  • Let the ham rest: Before slicing the ham, let it rest for 15-20 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful ham.

Conclusion:

Apricot brown sugar ham is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any special occasion. With its sweet and tangy glaze, this ham is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a special dish to serve, give apricot brown sugar ham a try. You won't be disappointed!

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