Ingredients for Baked Ham With A Brown Sugar Rum And Cayenne Glaze
- 1 (8-10 pound) bone-in smoked ham, precooked
- 1 cup whole cloves, for studding
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 cups water (+ 1 cup as needed)
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup dark rum
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
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How to Make Baked Ham With A Brown Sugar Rum And Cayenne Glaze
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the ham from its packaging. Using a sharp knife, carefully trim away the rind and all but 1/4 inch of the fat layer, ensuring a smooth surface.
- Score the top and sides of the ham diagonally in two opposite directions, creating a diamond pattern approximately 1 1/2 inches apart.
- Insert a whole clove into each corner of the diamond pattern.
- Place the ham on a rack inside a large roasting pan.
- Pour 1 cup of apple cider and 2 cups of water into the bottom of the roasting pan.
- Bake for 2 hours, adding another cup of water if the liquid reduces significantly.
- Meanwhile, prepare the glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup dark rum, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference).
- Stir until the mixture is completely smooth. Let stand for 10 minutes to allow the sugar to partially dissolve.
- Remove the ham from the oven. Using a pastry brush, evenly brush half of the glaze over the ham.
- Return the ham to the oven and bake for another hour, brushing with the remaining glaze every 15 minutes.
- Transfer the ham to a large platter and loosely tent with aluminum foil. Let rest for 15-30 minutes before carving.
- While the ham rests, prepare the sauce: Pour the liquid from the roasting pan into a fat separator or a large glass measuring cup. Allow the fat to separate and rise to the surface. Carefully skim off as much fat as possible. You can use a paper towel to absorb any remaining fat.
- Pour the degreased liquid into a small saucepan. Add the reserved glaze to the pan and whisk to combine.
- Gently reheat the sauce on low heat. Serve warm alongside the carved ham.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
355 g
Sugar
159g
Fat
245g
Carbs
18g
