Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our easy-to-follow ham with cranberry glaze recipe. This classic dish is perfect for festive gatherings, special occasions, or a cozy family dinner. Our recipe features a tender, juicy ham coated in a luscious cranberry glaze that adds a sweet and tangy flavor. You'll also find variations for a slow cooker ham with cranberry glaze and a delightful baked ham with cranberry orange glaze. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure a moist and flavorful ham that will be the star of your meal. Whether you prefer a traditional ham dinner or a more adventurous variation, we have the perfect recipe for you. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds craving more.
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CRANBERRY GLAZED HAM
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
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.
SPIRAL HAM WITH CRANBERRY GLAZE
The sweet, tangy glaze that complements this ham looks so pretty, and the cranberry flavor pairs well with the meat. It's been a tradition in my home for as long as I can remember. -Pattie Prescott, Manchester, New Hampshire
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h15m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Cover and bake at 325° for 2-1/2 hours. , Meanwhile, for glaze, combine the remaining ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until cranberries pop, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; set aside. , Uncover ham; bake until a thermometer reads 140°, about 30 minutes longer, basting twice with 1-1/2 cups glaze. Serve remaining glaze with ham.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 2072mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 41g protein.
CRANBERRY HAM GLAZE
This cranberry sauce can be used to pour over ham as a delicious glaze. This is a Thanksgiving traditional dish for my family.
Provided by T Swaim
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Ham Glaze Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine cranberry sauce, brown sugar, orange juice, cloves, cinnamon, and allspice in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook, whisking continuously, until brown sugar has melted and sauce is smooth, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.3 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 24.4 mg, Sugar 48.6 g
EASY HAM WITH CRANBERRY GLAZE
The glaze on this ham is so good! The oven time and glaze amounts are for a 5-pound ham, for a larger ham adjust the cooking time. The ham must be cooked at 325 degrees, not higher.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Ham
Time 1h40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Set oven to 325 degrees.
- In a small saucepan combine the cranberry sauce, brown sugar, fresh orange juice, cloves, cinnamon, allspice and black pepper, if using; heat slowly stirring until smooth.
- Place the ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan with 1/3 cup water.
- Insert a meat thermometer in the ham.
- Bake until the thermometer reaches 125 degrees (about 1-1/2 to 2 hours).
- Brush a third of the glaze on the ham 30 minutes before the end of baking time.
- Spoon on the remaining glaze every 10 minutes (within the 30 minutes).
- After removing the ham from the oven, let stand for 15 minutes before carving.
- Delicious!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 610.3, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 147.4, Sodium 4325.7, Carbohydrate 50, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 48.6, Protein 63.5
EASY ORANGE CRANBERRY GLAZE
A good, easy, yummy glaze that can be used on chicken or turkey. I came up with this a few years ago for Thanksgiving, to change up the old boring turkey. Everyone loved it. There was no left-over turkey that year.
Provided by Heather
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix together the orange juice, brown sugar, and cranberry sauce in a saucepan, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil, drop in the cinnamon stick, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook, stirring frequently, until the cranberry sauce is melted and the glaze is hot and bubbling, about 10 minutes.
- To use: brush the glaze all over a roasted turkey during the last 45 minutes of cooking. Return the turkey to the oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes to set the glaze. Repeat several more times before the end of cooking time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 6.5 mg, Sugar 13.5 g
CRANBERRY GLAZE (FOR HAM)
This is not your typical glaze for baked ham, the cranberries give it a slightly sweet/sour flavor, and a festive color.
Provided by Dee514
Categories Fruit
Time 20m
Yield 2 1/2 Cups (approx)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a sauce pan.
- Heat slowly, until smooth, beating with a wire whisk or rotary beater.
- Spoon over ham at last 1/2 hour of baking.
- Garnish with whole cranberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 621.9, Fat 0.4, Sodium 77.9, Carbohydrate 160.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 156.2, Protein 0.7
Tips:
- Choose the right ham: Select a bone-in ham for a more flavorful result.
- Score the ham: Use a sharp knife to score the ham in a diamond pattern. This will help the glaze penetrate the meat.
- Make the glaze ahead of time: The cranberry glaze can be made up to 3 days in advance. Just store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Baste the ham frequently: Baste the ham every 15-20 minutes with the cranberry glaze. This will help keep it moist and flavorful.
- Let the ham rest before carving: Once the ham is cooked, let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat.
Conclusion:
This easy ham with cranberry glaze is a delicious and festive dish that is perfect for any special occasion. The ham is juicy and flavorful, and the cranberry glaze is the perfect complement. With a little planning, this dish can be made ahead of time, making it even easier to enjoy.
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