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Brown Sugar Bourbon Glazed Ham
This brown sugar bourbon glazed ham is a sweet and savory centerpiece for any gathering. A homemade glaze of melted butter, dark brown sugar, and a generous pour of bourbon transforms a standard spiral ham into a sticky, caramelized masterpiece. It works beautifully for holiday dinners or weekend feasts where you want a main course with minimal prep. The final broil creates a bubbly, crisp crust that balances the rich, salty meat with deep caramel notes.
Ingredients
- 8 TO 10 SERVINGS
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 2 cups dark brown sugar
- ¾ cup bourbon
- 6- to 9-pound spiral ham
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- 2Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the dark brown sugar and cook until it dissolves completely, then mix in the bourbon.
- 3Set the spiral ham in an oven-safe baking dish. Pour half of the bourbon glaze over the meat, setting the remaining glaze aside for later use.
- 4Bake the ham for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Check the thickest part with an instant-read thermometer to ensure it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F.
- 5Carefully pour the reserved glaze evenly over the baked ham.
- 6Switch the oven to the broil setting. Broil the ham for about 5 minutes until the glaze becomes bubbly and forms a rich crust.