Best 8 Baked Ham With Zesty Cranberry Sauce Recipes

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Cranberry sauce is the perfect complement to a holiday ham, with its sweet and tangy flavor that cuts through the richness of the meat. This recipe uses fresh cranberries, orange juice, sugar, and spices to create a vibrant and flavorful sauce that will be a hit at your next gathering. The recipe also includes instructions for baking a ham, so you can have a complete meal in one pot. If you're looking for a showstopping dish for your holiday table, this is it.

This recipe is easy to follow and can be tailored to your own taste. If you like a sweeter sauce, add more sugar. If you like a spicier sauce, add more cloves or cinnamon. You can also add other fruits to the sauce, such as apples, pears, or raisins. The possibilities are endless!

The zesty cranberry sauce is the perfect finishing touch to a baked ham, and this recipe will show you how to make both the ham and the sauce from scratch. The ham is coated in a savory brown sugar glaze and baked until it's tender and juicy, while the cranberry sauce is made with fresh cranberries, orange juice, and spices. The result is a delicious and festive dish that will be a hit at your next holiday gathering.

In addition to the baked ham and zesty cranberry sauce, this article also includes recipes for a variety of other holiday dishes, including mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and pumpkin pie. With these recipes, you'll have everything you need to create a memorable holiday meal for your family and friends.

Let's cook with our recipes!

HONEY-GLAZED HAM WITH CRANBERRY RELISH



Honey-Glazed Ham with Cranberry Relish image

A tangy cranberry-pecan relish adds a festive touch to a honey-glazed spiral sliced ham.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 Cook's® Bone-in Spiral Sliced Half Ham (about 9 pounds)
1/2 cup honey (cranberry honey preferred, if available)
1-1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled, finely chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)
1 cup cranberry juice cocktail
1 package (6 ounces) sweetened dried cranberries (about 1-1/3 cups)
2 tablespoons Orange Marmalade
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • 1. Remove and discard glaze packet from ham or reserve for another use. Begin by preparing ham according to package directions.
  • 2. Make Honey Glaze: While baking, mix honey, mustard and lemon juice in small bowl until blended. Set aside until the last 30 minutes of baking time.
  • 3. Make Cranberry Relish: Combine apples and juice in medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add cranberries; simmer an additional 5 minutes, or until fruit is tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in marmalade and pecans. Set aside until ready to eat. Or, if made in advance, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • 4. Uncover ham and brush with the Honey Glaze for the last 30 minutes of the baking time.
  • 5. Let stand 10 minutes. Carve and serve with Cranberry Relish.

MUSTARD & CRANBERRY GLAZED HAM



Mustard & Cranberry Glazed Ham image

My delicious glaze uses only four ingredients. It's a simple way to ensure your ham will be the showstopper on your holiday table. -Nella Parker, Hersey, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h5m

Yield 12 servings (4 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 fully cooked bone-in ham (6 to 8 pounds)
Whole cloves
3 cans (14 ounces each) jellied or whole-berry cranberry sauce
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1-1/2 cups dry red wine or chicken broth
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. If desired, score the surface of the ham, making diamond shapes 1/2 in. deep. Insert cloves into the surface. Loosely cover ham with foil; bake 1-1/2 hours. , In a large saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, brown sugar and wine. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat; whisk in mustard., Pour 2 cups cranberry mixture over ham. Bake 20-30 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 140°. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 1310mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (51g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

BAKED HAM



Baked Ham image

My family loves ham like this. Sweetly seasoned ham roasted with moist heat is a delicious way to celebrate special occasions. If using a pre-cooked ham, follow the directions on the package for baking times.

Provided by Auntie KK

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham     Whole

Time 5h35m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (12 pound) bone-in ham, rump portion
½ cup whole cloves
1 cup packed brown sugar
4 cups water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place ham in a roasting pan, and press whole cloves into the top at 1 to 2 inch intervals. Pack the top with a layer of brown sugar. Pour enough water into the bottom of the roasting pan to come to a 1 inch depth. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil or a lid.
  • Bake for 4 1/2 to 5 hours in the preheated oven (about 22 minutes per pound), or until the internal temperature of the ham has reached 160 degrees F (72 degrees C). Make sure the meat thermometer is not touching the bone. Let stand for about 20 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 635 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 148.1 mg, Fat 40.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 51.7 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 2847.6 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

CRANBERRY GLAZED HAM



Cranberry Glazed Ham image

That show-stopping entree you've been hoping for is right here, and it only takes five ingredients to make. The sweet and tangy cranberry glaze pairs beautifully with succulent ham. -Joni Peterson, Wichita, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 boneless fully cooked ham (5 pounds)
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Line a roasting pan with foil. Place ham on a rack in prepared pan. Bake, covered, 1 hour., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk remaining ingredients until blended. Remove 1 cup mixture for glaze; reserve remaining mixture for sauce. Brush ham with some of the glaze mixture. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 140°, 35-45 minutes, brushing every 10 minutes with remaining glaze., Warm reserved sauce mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally; serve with ham.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 1485mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 26g protein.

BAKED HAM WITH ZESTY CRANBERRY SAUCE



Baked Ham with Zesty Cranberry Sauce image

Makeover a family favorite by serving ham with zesty cranberry sauce.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h35m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 11

6- to 8-pound fully cooked smoked bone-in ham
1 can (16 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1/3 cup apple juice
1/4 cup port wine
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°. Place ham, cut side down, on rack in shallow roasting pan. Pour water into pan until 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep. Insert meat thermometer so tip is in center of thickest part of ham and does not touch bone.
  • Cover with aluminum foil. Bake 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours, uncovering ham after 45 minutes, until meat thermometer reads 135° to 140°. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes for easiest carving.
  • While ham is baking, beat remaining ingredients in 1-quart saucepan with wire whisk until well mixed. Cook over medium heat about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until cranberry sauce is melted and mixture is hot. Serve sauce with sliced ham.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1010 mg

BAKED FRESH HAM WITH APPLE-CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 to 6-pound fresh ham
Extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 apples, split in 1/2
2 cups cranberries, (if not fresh, frozen is fine)
1 cinnamon stick
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon pickling spice
1 tablespoon black mustard seeds
2 tablespoons sugar
1 (1-inch) piece ginger
1 1/2 cups apple juice
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Score fat and put ham, fat side up, in a roasting pan. Rub with extra-virgin olive oil and season with plenty of salt and pepper all over. Cover loosely with foil and roast for 2 hours. Remove foil and roast for final hour uncovered.
  • In a large saucepan add all the sauce ingredients and simmer for 25 minutes until apples are almost falling apart and the sauce is fragrant. Remove cinnamon stick, bay leaf, and ginger then puree in a blender until completely smooth. Serve with baked fresh ham.

CANDIED ROAST HAM WITH CRANBERRY & STAR ANISE SAUCE



Candied roast ham with cranberry & star anise sauce image

Add a festive, sticky and zesty glaze to ham, then serve with a sharp cranberry sauce which cuts through the smoky meat

Provided by Tom Kerridge

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 15

4kg smoked bone-in ham trimmed and skin left on
3 bay leaves
3 star anise
small pack thyme
1 tbsp white peppercorns
100ml white wine vinegar
pared zest 1 orange
200g demerara sugar
1 tbsp ground mace
175g clear honey
500ml ham stock (from the soaking liquid in step 1)
2 star anise
100g unsalted butter
50g fresh or frozen cranberries , chopped
zest and juice 0.5 orange

Steps:

  • Put the ham in a large, deep pan and cover with cold water. Bring to the boil and skim off any impurities. Add the bay leaves, star anise, thyme, peppercorns, white wine vinegar and orange zest. Simmer for 3 hrs, then turn off the heat and leave the ham to cool in the water.
  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Remove the ham from the pan, reserving the stock. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut away the skin, leaving a good layer of fat. Score the fat all over with as many long, fine cut marks as you can fit in. Mix the sugar and mace together. Put the ham in a large roasting tin and cover with half the mace-sugar mix, pressing it into the score marks. Drizzle over the honey, then press the rest of the mace and sugar on top. Roast in the oven for 30 mins, basting every 10 mins to form a dark caramel crust. Remove from the oven and rest for 30 mins.
  • To make the sauce, pour the ham stock through a fine sieve until you have 500ml. Pour into a medium saucepan, add the star anise and reduce until thick and glossy. Add the butter and reduce until it emulsifies and becomes a thick sauce. Remove from the heat, stir in the cranberries, orange zest and juice, and check the seasoning. Slice the ham into thick slices and spoon over the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610 calories, Fat 32 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 30 grams sugar, Protein 48 grams protein, Sodium 6.2 milligram of sodium

GRANDMOTHER B'S SAUCE FOR HAM



Grandmother B's Sauce for Ham image

This recipe has been in the family for years. We always make this for Easter dinner.

Provided by Maryet Mann

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Ham Glaze Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
1 ½ tablespoons jellied cranberry sauce
½ cup brown sugar
1 orange, juiced and zested
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon honey
2 whole cloves

Steps:

  • Stir both amounts of cranberry sauce, brown sugar, orange juice, orange zest, lemon juice, mustard, honey, and cloves in a saucepan and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and boil until cranberry sauce has melted, brown sugar has dissolved, and the glaze is thickened, 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 28.4 mg, Sugar 21.9 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use a fresh ham. Frozen ham can be used, but it will not be as flavorful.
  • If you are using a smoked ham, soak it in cold water for 12-24 hours before baking. This will help to remove some of the saltiness.
  • When baking the ham, place it in a roasting pan with a rack. This will help to keep the ham from sticking to the pan and will allow the juices to drip off.
  • Baste the ham with the cranberry sauce mixture every 30 minutes or so. This will help to keep the ham moist and flavorful.
  • If you are using a meat thermometer, insert it into the thickest part of the ham. The ham is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 140 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the ham rest for 15-20 minutes before carving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the ham.

Conclusion:

Baked ham with zesty cranberry sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a special meal to prepare, give this baked ham recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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