Easter Ham Recipe

Relive the Easter Sunday magic of 2004 with this unforgettable Easter ham recipe! This recipe details how to cook a delicious, juicy ham, even if you encounter a slightly oversized ham (like the 10-pounder cooked on a boat!). Learn to avoid the dryness often associated with spiral-sliced hams while achieving a perfectly glazed, flavorful result. We'll use a unique basting technique with orange juice concentrate and cloves for an unforgettable taste. Serve as delicious sandwiches with beans and potato salad – a truly memorable Easter feast!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 150 mins
Calories 753.4 kcal
Protein 203g
Rating 3.8 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easter Ham

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How to Make Easter Ham

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. If using a spiral-sliced ham, follow the package directions for cooking time. Adjust cooking time as needed based on ham weight. Note that spiral-sliced hams can be dry, so consider using a non-spiral ham if possible.
  3. For non-spiral-sliced hams: Place ham in a roasting pan. Add about 1 cup of water or ham stock to the bottom of the pan to prevent drying.
  4. Cook the ham for approximately 2-2.5 hours at 325°F (160°C), or until internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).
  5. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).
  6. Prepare the basting glaze: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup frozen orange juice concentrate (thawed) and 1 teaspoon ground cloves.
  7. Baste the ham generously with the orange-clove glaze every 10 minutes during the final 30 minutes of cooking.
  8. Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for at least 15-20 minutes before carving.
  9. Carve and serve your Easter Ham with your favorite sides such as beans and potato salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

286 g

Sugar

84g

Fat

43g

Carbs

7g