Ingredients
For the Ham:
- 1 fully cooked bone-in roast (6–8 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
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Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
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Place the roast on a roasting rack inside a large roasting pan.
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If desired, use a sharp knife to score the surface of the roast in a crisscross pattern.
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Optionally, insert whole cloves into the intersections of the scoring for added aroma.
2. Make the Rosemary Citrus Glaze
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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.
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Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer.
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Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens slightly.
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Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Apply the First Layer of Glaze
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Brush about one-third of the glaze over the surface of the roast, making sure it seeps into the scored cuts.
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Cover the roast loosely with foil to prevent excessive browning.
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Place it in the oven and bake for 1 hour.
4. Continue Roasting with Additional Glaze
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After the first hour, remove the foil and brush on another third of the glaze.
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Return the roast to the oven, uncovered, and bake for another 30 minutes.
5. Final Glaze and Caramelization
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Apply the remaining glaze in the final 30 minutes of roasting.
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Baste occasionally with pan juices to keep the roast moist and flavorful.
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Roast until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C) when measured at the thickest part.
6. Rest and Serve
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Remove the roast from the oven and loosely tent it with foil.
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Let it rest for 15–20 minutes before carving to allow juices to redistribute.
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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