Honey Glazed Ham with Pear Recipe

Savour the savoury and sweet flavours of this dish for Honey Glazed Ham with Pear. This meal is enhanced by the accuracy and style of our high-quality Damascus steel kitchen knives, making it ideal for celebratory celebrations or family get-togethers. Let's explore the recipe and discover why a chef's best buddy is a sharp, dependable tool.

Ingredients
For the Ham:
1 (5-7 lbs) bone-in smoked ham
1 cup honey
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 ripe pears, cored and sliced
1 cup apple cider or pear juice

For Garnish:
Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs
Sliced pears (optional)

Directions
First, get the gammon ready.
Set the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
Score the ham's surface in a diamond pattern, about ¼ inch deep, using a sharp Damascus chef knife. This enables the meat to be flavoured by the glaze's penetration.
The ham should be put in a big roasting pan.

Create the Glaze in Step Two
Put the honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, cloves, nutmeg, and ground cinnamon in a small pot. Stir the mixture over medium-low heat until the sugar melts and it turns syrupy.
Apply around half of the glaze to the ham generously with a basting brush.

Roast the gammon in step three.
To keep the ham wet while it cooks, pour pear juice or apple cider into the bottom of the roasting pan.
For one and a half hours, roast the gammon uncovered, basting it every 20 minutes with the leftover glaze. Timing is crucial because the ham must rest before being carved for exact slices.

Add the pears in step four.
Arrange the pear slices around the ham with 30 minutes remaining in the cooking time. The pears will become soft and caramelised as they absorb the glaze and juices.
Roast the gammon until it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C). This step requires a meat thermometer.

Step 5: Present and Savour
Before slicing, let the ham rest for ten to fifteen minutes. To get crisp, even slices, use a good carving knife.
If preferred, garnish with extra pear slices and fresh rosemary or thyme. Enjoy your guests' applause while serving warm!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)*
Calories: 450 kcal
Protein: 35g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Sugars: 22g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Sodium: 1250mg
(*Based on an average portion of ham and pears. Values may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.)

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