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Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham Recipe

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This Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham is a delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring a pre-cooked bone-in spiral ham glazed with juicy pineapple slices and sweet brown sugar. Baked to perfection, the ham is moist, flavorful, and perfect for holiday dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

Ham and Pineapple

  • 1 bone-in spiral ham (pre-cooked, approximately 7-10 pounds)
  • 1 can pineapple slices (with juice, about 20 ounces)

Glaze

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the ham.
  2. Prepare Ham: Remove all packaging from the pre-cooked bone-in spiral ham and place it in an oven-safe casserole or roasting dish.
  3. Add Pineapple Slices: Open the can of pineapple slices, preserve the juice, and tuck the slices between the spiral cuts of the ham for added flavor and moisture.
  4. Pour Pineapple Juice: Pour the pineapple juice evenly over the ham, allowing it to soak into the meat during baking.
  5. Add Brown Sugar: Sprinkle 1/4 cup of brown sugar evenly over the pineapple slices and the ham, adjusting the amount to your preferred level of sweetness.
  6. Cover and Bake: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1½ hours, or until the ham is fully heated through. Cooking time may vary based on ham size.
  7. Baste Occasionally: During baking, check periodically and baste the ham with juices from the dish to keep it moist and flavorful.
  8. Apply Glaze (Optional): If your ham comes with a glaze packet, mix it with a few tablespoons of the reserved pineapple juice and brush it over the ham about 15 minutes before finishing cooking to create a glossy, flavorful crust.
  9. Slice and Serve: Once heated thoroughly, remove the ham from the oven, slice it along the spiral cuts, and serve together with the pineapple slices for a sweet and savory meal.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the ham is heated to an internal temperature of 140°F for best food safety.
  • Adjust the brown sugar quantity depending on your preferred sweetness level.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • This recipe works best with pre-cooked bone-in spiral hams weighing between 7 and 10 pounds.
  • If your ham doesn’t have a glaze packet, the brown sugar and pineapple juice create a simple and delicious glaze on their own.

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