Ingredients
For the Ham:
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1 fully cooked spiral ham (7–9 lbs), bone-in or boneless
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Whole cloves (optional for studding)
For the Cranberry Orange Glaze:
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1½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries
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½ cup orange juice (fresh squeezed is best)
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Zest of 1 orange
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⅓ cup honey or brown sugar
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
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½ tsp cinnamon
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Pinch of salt
Optional Garnish: fresh orange slices, whole cranberries, rosemary sprigs
Instructions
1. Prepare the Glaze
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In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, zest, honey, mustard, vinegar, cinnamon, and salt.
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Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer for 10–15 minutes.
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Stir frequently until cranberries pop and sauce thickens.
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Remove from heat and strain if you prefer a smoother glaze, or leave chunky.
2. Preheat and Prep the Ham
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Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
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Place ham in a roasting pan cut-side down.
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Cover loosely with foil and bake for 1 hour (about 10 minutes per pound if using a cooked ham).
3. Glaze and Roast
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After the first hour, remove foil and brush ham generously with the cranberry-orange glaze.
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Return to oven uncovered and bake for another 30–45 minutes, glazing every 10–15 minutes for maximum flavor and color.
4. Rest and Serve
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Let the ham rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.
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Garnish with orange slices and cranberries for a festive touch.