Ingredients for Pineapple Ham Glaze
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Crushed Pineapple In Syrup
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Prepared Mustard
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How to Make Pineapple Ham Glaze
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
- Stir in the crushed pineapple (undrained), lemon juice, and Dijon mustard.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to ensure the glaze is thick and glossy.
- Remove the ham from the oven about 20 minutes before it's scheduled to be fully cooked. Pour off any excess drippings from the baking pan.
- Score the fat surface of the ham in a diamond pattern (optional, but enhances glaze penetration).
- Pour the glaze evenly over the ham, or use a pastry brush to apply it for even coverage.
- Return the ham to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and the ham is heated through. Baste with remaining glaze halfway through baking for extra flavor.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
243g
Fat
0g
Carbs
21g
