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Rosemary Citrus Glazed Ham


  • Author: Luna
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 1012 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Ham:

  • 1 fully cooked bone-in roast (68 lbs)
  • Whole cloves (optional, for studding the roast)

For the Rosemary Citrus Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Prepare the Roast

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).

  • Place the roast on a roasting rack inside a large roasting pan.

  • If desired, use a sharp knife to score the surface of the roast in a crisscross pattern.

  • Optionally, insert whole cloves into the intersections of the scoring for added aroma.

2. Make the Rosemary Citrus Glaze

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine orange juice, lemon juice, lemon zest, orange zest, honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, chopped rosemary, black pepper, and cinnamon.

  • Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer.

  • Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens slightly.

  • Remove from heat and set aside.

3. Apply the First Layer of Glaze

  • Brush about one-third of the glaze over the surface of the roast, making sure it seeps into the scored cuts.

  • Cover the roast loosely with foil to prevent excessive browning.

  • Place it in the oven and bake for 1 hour.

4. Continue Roasting with Additional Glaze

  • After the first hour, remove the foil and brush on another third of the glaze.

  • Return the roast to the oven, uncovered, and bake for another 30 minutes.

5. Final Glaze and Caramelization

  • Apply the remaining glaze in the final 30 minutes of roasting.

  • Baste occasionally with pan juices to keep the roast moist and flavorful.

  • Roast until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C) when measured at the thickest part.

6. Rest and Serve

  • Remove the roast from the oven and loosely tent it with foil.

  • Let it rest for 15–20 minutes before carving to allow juices to redistribute.

  • Slice and serve warm with any extra glaze or pan drippings on the side.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 6 oz)
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 32g