Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
12 pound

whole ham

8 ounce

butter

2 cup

honey

0.5 cup

brown sugar

0.25 cup

red wine

3 tbsp

ground black pepper

Step 1
~8 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~8 min

Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern.

Step 3
~8 min

Place ham into a roasting pan.

Key Technique: Roasting
Step 4
~8 min

Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Step 5
~8 min

Add honey, brown sugar, red wine, and black pepper to the melted butter.

Step 6
~8 min

Cook and stir until the glaze ingredients are well combined, about 10 minutes.

Step 7
~8 min

Spread an even layer of glaze over the ham.

Step 8
~8 min

Reserve some of the glaze for basting.

Step 9
~8 min

Cook ham in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Step 10
~8 min

Glaze every 10 minutes with the reserved glaze.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the ham is cooked to a safe internal temperature.

Basting frequently will keep the ham moist and flavorful.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Glaze can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Mashed potatoes

Green beans

Dinner rolls

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Scalloped potatoes
Asparagus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Traditional holiday dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Christmas dinner
Easter brunch
Holiday gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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