Glazed Ham Recipe - A Festive Family Favourite
As the festive season approaches, there's one table centrepiece that never fails to steal the spotlight – the Christmas ham. Beyond being delicious, the ham stands as a symbol of family traditions and festive gatherings.
At Alfresco Emporium glazing the ham is a well-loved family tradition, passed down through many generations. For an instant crowd pleaser, glaze, bake, style with ribbon in a ham stand, and enjoy with your family and friends!
Ingredients
- 1x whole Leg of Ham (approx 5-6kg with a good fat layer)
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1x Jar Batch by Batch Bourbon Maple Glaze
- Kale Bunch
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½ Cup Dark Brown Sugar
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½ Cup Orange Juice
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½ Cup Maple Syrup
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Cinamon Quill
- Dried Orange Slices
Serving Elements
- Ham Stand
- Serving Platter
- Hessian Ribbon
- Red Ribbon
- Festive Pick
Method To Roasting Ham
- Remove the skin from the leg of ham, score the fat and stud the ham with cloves.
- Place all ingredients into a heavy based pot and gently simmer until the sugar has dissolved.
- Pour your Bourbon Maple Glaze all over your ham for delicious festive flavour.
- Roast the ham on a wire rack suspended over a deep baking tray of water for about 1½ hours, basting it with glaze every ten minutes, then let it cool.
Flavour & Style Your Ham In Festive Elegance
- Drizzle your cooked ham with the Bourbon Maple Glaze
- Create a base by evenly spreading kale bunches around your the outside of your platter.
- Place your roasted ham in the centre of your platter, wedging it into a grand ham stand and layer some dried orange slices on top for a festive aroma.
- Style your roasted ham by wrapping the ham leg in rustic hessian ribbon, and tie a traditional red bow around it.
- Place a delightful festive pick inside the ribbon for an enchanting touch, ready to carve.
Carve Ham Ready To Serve
Follow Our Handy Carving Tips:
Use the Right Tools: Gather a sharp carving knife, fork or tongs, and a stable cutting surface.
Create a Flat Surface: Begin by making a horizontal cut to create a flat surface on the ham, preventing it from rolling.
Slice Thin and Even: Position your knife at a slight angle and make thin, even slices, adjusting thickness to your liking.
Follow the Bone Carefully: When carving a bone-in ham, follow the curve of the bone to create slices and release them from the bone without cutting too close.
Serve your gourmet delight for the whole family to enjoy!
