Honey Roasted Ham

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Nutritional Info

Servings Per Recipe: 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 166.9

Total Fat: 5.4 g
Cholesterol: 23.2 mg
Sodium: 441.5 mg
Total Carbs: 26.2 g
Dietary Fiber: 0.6 g
Protein: 5.7 g

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Introduction

Make your holiday table extra special this year with this tried-and-true recipe for classic honey-baked ham! Make your holiday table extra special this year with this tried-and-true recipe for classic honey-baked ham!

Number of Servings: 1

Ingredients

5 pounds ready-to-eat extra lean ham (can also use pre-sliced)

1/4 cup whole cloves

1/4 cup dark corn syrup

2 cups honey

2/3 cup butter

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2. Score ham, and stud with the whole cloves. Place ham in foil lined pan.
3. In the top half of a double boiler, heat the corn syrup, honey and butter. Keep glaze warm while baking ham.
4. Brush glaze over ham, and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Baste ham every 10 to 15 minutes with the honey glaze.
5. During the last 4 to 5 minutes of baking, turn on broiler to caramelize the glaze. Remove from oven, and let sit a few minutes before serving.

Number of servings vary, but serving size is one thin slice of ham. (6 1/4" x 4" x 1/16")

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Member Ratings For This Recipe

NGCHILD

Very Good

38 of 39 people found this review helpful

This recipe is great -- I just can't believe all the negative comments. I see recipes all the time that aren't for me and I just delete the email -- I don't take the time to leave nasty comments. For a lighter variation, try 1/2 cup of brown sugar and a can of ginger ale. Just as yummy. - 11/17/08
CD3625825

Very Good

31 of 31 people found this review helpful

Because of health concerns with corn syrup, I use pineapple juice - it gives a nice flavour to the ham. - 5/20/09
VANNASMOM

Good

26 of 26 people found this review helpful

Very good. To lighten it on sugar calories, and sodium all you have to do is buy low sodium ham, leave out the corn syrup and the butter. Ham makes its own juices which when mixed with the honey and spices make a perfectly good coating you don't even need 2 cups of honey. - 5/20/09
JIM*S_QUEENIE

Very Good

21 of 22 people found this review helpful

I am kind of surprised about those who rated and hadn't even tried the recipe. Also, if you change so many ingredients, just post your own recipe!! I thought this recipe was very good and I think I will try putting the "sauce" in a squirt bottle and try that technique for basting. I love that!! - 7/30/09
ANGELSNOOPERS

20 of 20 people found this review helpful

Try ham with pineapple slices toothpicked to it. Draws out a lot of the salt (you can taste it in the pineapple slices and ham is less salty). When it' s nearly done take the honey bottle squirt it over the ham. Cook for 15-20 minutes,turn it over, squirt again cook 15 minutes more. Tasty. - 12/11/07
CD5016227

Incredible!

12 of 13 people found this review helpful

my mom makes this same recipe every easter and christmas, and there are never any leftovers the next day! yummm! - 5/21/09
LGWOOD1003

Very Good

10 of 12 people found this review helpful

If you don't like so much salt, try "boiling" the ham in apple juice for about 45 minutes before you put it in the oven with the glaze and all. The apple juice removes some of the salt and nitrates and leaves a nice flavor. Also tends to leave it juicier. - 12/30/09
CD1638981

Incredible!

9 of 12 people found this review helpful

I have been looking for a nice ham recipe and this one sounds perfect. I know ham has heaps of sodium and the honey is sugar but good for you and lets face it we only have ham for christmas so once a year cant hurt. I give this 5 stars. - 5/22/08
DOLLYE1

Incredible!

9 of 10 people found this review helpful

I THINK IT IS GREAT THE WAY IT IS. I HAD NEVER THOUGHT TO BROIL THE HAM TO SET THE GLAZE, NO WONDER MINE WAS ALWAYS RUNNING OFF!! - 12/11/07
OZARKMOM

Very Good

7 of 8 people found this review helpful

Before you throw this recipe out "with the bathwater," why not try substitutions? Jennie O Extra Lean Ham, honey mustard, apple sauce (repl. butter), pineapple juice (repl. corn syrup) = 188.8 cal/serv, 1240.3 sodium/serv, 5 g fat/serv - do a little adjusting! - 11/16/07
LHISLE

5 of 10 people found this review helpful

Just be careful about how many calories you are actually eating (if that matters to you). Do you realize how THIN 1/16" is? Kind of like paper. I'm pretty sure I couldn't even cut a slice of ham that thin unless I had a professional meat slicer. A "regular" slice is probably more like 4 servings - 5/8/10
CD3381951

Very Good

5 of 9 people found this review helpful

I pour ginger ale over the ham, before I bake it. This helps remove extra sodium. I also put pineaple slices on top, with toothpickes, use a little of the pineapple juice, brown sugar, and small amount of light corn syrup. Delicious! - 7/25/09
SBOYKIN

Very Good

4 of 15 people found this review helpful

What's this 'thing with toothpicking canned pineapple slices all over a perfectly good ham -- and really , doesn't EVERYBODY par-boil ham to remove salt ??? This a fairly basic baked ham (Yankee style -- actually real southerners don't use much, if any sugar when cooking - 4/3/10
SAX_88

Very Good

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

This was "something to try" and I did not to change anything. I found the ham to be delicious and I'd try this recipe again! - 12/30/09
MARYMAC45

Incredible!

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I tried this last night. It was great. Thanks for the recipe. - 12/21/09
SERENEMOM71

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Very good and tasty. I will make this ham again! - 11/20/09
SUGARPUNK52

Very Good

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I put pineapple slices on top ( stuck on with toothpicks ).I also used a low-sodium ham. Very good. - 8/1/09
LGIGUERE

Good

4 of 6 people found this review helpful

I've been looking for a good glaze recipe, thank you.
I do agree that this would be an indulgent meal, however compaired to the SUPERSIZED MCDONALDS meals we've all eaten in the past, this is healthier, and obviously a once or twice a year meal! - 5/20/09
BUSYMOM206

Incredible!

4 of 11 people found this review helpful

I am giving it 5 stars. Not because its healthy, but because it sounds delicious! This site is for people to maintain a healthy weight. Believe it or not, some people here need to GAIN weight. Imagine that! I am certainly not one of them, but I personally know a few who are. They need the cals! - 5/20/09
JUKEBOX2

Incredible!

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Excellent recipie... Very Tasty - 11/16/07
MOLLYJ9

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

great recipie, cut down a bit on the sugars, but wonderful flavor to this, Thanks much. - 3/22/10
LOULOU27

Very Good

3 of 11 people found this review helpful

I would prefer maple syrup to corn syrup. Sounds very good. - 3/15/10
CHEEKS90

3 of 7 people found this review helpful

sounds good. When my family eats ham, we use Turkey ham instead of Pork ham. It's healthier. Also try using pineapples and applesauce. If you have to use corn syrup, try a light one. - 12/15/07
RICCILYNN

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Many years ago I read a suggestion to put vanilla extract on ham as it cooks. It helps to eliminate the chemical smoke flavor & creates an almost maple-y glaze. One of the best things I have ever learned with next to no extra calories!! - 12/21/12
AL5748

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

For those of you eliminating the honey because its too sweet, remember THIS IS HONEY ROASTED HAM. Substituting for the honey makes it another recipe altogether. - 11/12/10
STANGSTER

Very Good

2 of 5 people found this review helpful

This sounds good, My mom always makes the glaze with mustard, brown sugar and orange juice. This one sounds like a sweeter, stickier version. I think Ill leave the butter off though, just because i dont think its necessary. - 12/30/09
JACKIE4019

Very Good

2 of 3 people found this review helpful

I've made a variation of this for years, pineapple juice, brown sugar and molasses. Its great, my family loves it. But it is not one serving. - 12/30/09
GOGGYB4

2 of 8 people found this review helpful

***** I do this, but instead of dark corn syrup, i use HEINZE 57 sauce, and sugar free honey. . .only found at KROGERS

Did it last night. and none left. .. - 7/26/09
MINI-ME-2B

Good

2 of 5 people found this review helpful

This sounds good. Ham itself is full of sodium. I could tweak it some & cut down on butter. Its not something I would make regularly, but for a holiday treat its good. As someone said, this IS a lifestyle. All things are allowed, in moderation. - 11/16/08
100MILLBUTRFLYS

2 of 7 people found this review helpful

Not everyone on spark is here to lose weight, but gain weight as well. Anything is alright in MODERATION. Ham by default is a very salty meat. i'm sure you could stretch out the portions to make the recipe healthier, and of course substitutions. - 11/16/08
MARYNIC1964

Good

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

tastes great - 5/22/08
NEWKATHY4LIFE

Very Good

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

very good, my family even liked it - 5/20/08
KACI11

Very Good

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

my family really liked this - 5/20/08
AFERRARI

Very Good

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Excellent dinner as I love ham every now and then. Fussy to make poking the cloves in but everyone loved it - 3/23/08
DEFY55

Incredible!

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

awesome... - 12/11/07
VMARRATT

Incredible!

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I'm not usually a ham fan but this was a total success on Thanksgiving. Make sure to continue to pour the sauce over it while it's baking. Loved it!! - 12/9/07
KOLFINNA

Good

2 of 5 people found this review helpful

IT was good, but not quite what I was expecting. I probably wouldn't make it again. The ham was free, and we're not plain ham people, so thought I'd try something a little different. If only they could make ham with less sodium. The salt really gets to me! The best part was the glaze sauce. - 11/30/07
MOMB40

2 of 4 people found this review helpful

This recipe is very good I'll make again I give it 3 stars - 11/16/07
1GROVES2

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This sounds great! .... I do not understand why all the negativity and all the "I think I will tweak it, it has too much sodium,...good grief don`t make it if it you have to change it or if it doesn`t suit your dietaryneeds.. and to the one who thought she had to slice 1/16", look again , it 4 1/16 - 3/15/12
MICSBRAT

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I haven't made this yet but I recommend for those who are concerned about serving & calories to cut the ingredients and cook hamsteaks instead. It will limit how much you can eat and 4 oz (half a slice) is generally only 100-120 calories. Ham does not have to be just a holiday ordeal! - 1/20/11
CD7023171

O.K.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Way too sweet... add a half cup of mustard to all that surup. - 11/12/10
COWBOY49

Incredible!

1 of 4 people found this review helpful

It sounds like a great recipe. As for the people that have bad comments. remember you can eat anything in the spark people life style . moderation is the key you cant set down and eat the whole ham. - 5/18/10
IDALUKE

Incredible!

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I made this the other day, it is fantastic, - 5/8/10
JUHOEG

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

very good
- 5/8/10
CD7204509

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I always soak my ham in cold water for about an hour before baking to lower the sodium. Also, use a leaner ham to cut calories & fat, like a Cure 81 or similar brand. It's all lean meat. - 5/8/10
THESGTMJR

Incredible!

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I used this for a dinner I was hosting and the empty platter told me it was a hit with my guests and husband. We all loved it. - 5/8/10
ANNAOUGHTON

Very Good

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

this is perfect for that once a year Christmas Ham. yum! - 3/19/10
DUTCHONEY

1 of 3 people found this review helpful

This is my usual recipe. - 1/29/10
DOGWALKER2013

1 of 4 people found this review helpful

This sounds great. I will try it next time I make a ham. - 1/14/10
LORTHOM2001

1 of 4 people found this review helpful

it was great! - 12/30/09
BABY_GIRL69

Incredible!

1 of 3 people found this review helpful

This a family favorite of my since the ham was my job at Christmas time. - 12/26/09
SERENITYSEL

Incredible!

1 of 3 people found this review helpful

This is a recipe I've used for years, so I know it is good...thanks for sharing. - 12/22/09
JUSTYNA7

1 of 5 people found this review helpful

This says it serves one but it is 5 pounds of ham? And then In the ingrediants list it says the size of slice - so it serves about 20 people???? - 12/21/09
CICCISR

Incredible!

1 of 5 people found this review helpful

I love this.. - 12/21/09
DAMETEMPLAR

Incredible!

1 of 5 people found this review helpful

Excellent! - 12/21/09
EOSAURORA84

1 of 7 people found this review helpful

This will be our first Christmas in our home and the hubby is doing his first ham...i cant wait to try this...happy holidays!!! - 12/21/09
ANGELCOL6

1 of 8 people found this review helpful

I'm not much into ham but this sounds like a delicious receipe - 12/21/09
KOMAL53

Incredible!

1 of 5 people found this review helpful

Great---I love Ham immensely---Thanks!!! - 12/21/09
KNITTABLES

Incredible!

1 of 4 people found this review helpful

This is one of my favorite recipee to make for the holidays, I use 1/2 brown sugar and gingerale. YUMMO - 10/28/09
BERTO4812

Very Good

1 of 5 people found this review helpful

great holiday meal - 10/27/09
HOPE2BE

Very Good

1 of 8 people found this review helpful

This sounds scrumptous. - 7/24/09
GABIRUSZCZAK

Incredible!

1 of 7 people found this review helpful

Sounds a lot like my husband's recipe...and believe me...it's awesome! - 5/21/09
MARSHA48

Incredible!

1 of 6 people found this review helpful

yum - 5/20/09
SISTERDOE

Incredible!

1 of 6 people found this review helpful

This is indeed sinful, but will be delicious! - 11/16/08
ELIZABETH29592

Very Good

1 of 6 people found this review helpful

I am making this now and it smells great - 7/20/08
CORVETTECOWBOY

Looks good - 6/24/21
CECTARR

Thanks - 6/2/21
JIMMOORE14

Not sure about the corn syrup either. I like the comment on ham. Can get rid of a can in the cupboard. - 5/16/21
TERMITEMOM

Good

No corn syrup for me. Used unsweetened pineapple juice. - 4/29/21
NANASUEH

thanks - 4/17/21
DEE107

cant wait to try this - 4/10/21
EVIE4NOW

Very Good

I used sf honey and added a couple dashes of ginger for a bit of a kick. - 4/4/21
JIACOLO

So good!
- 3/23/21
CHERYLHURT

Thanks - 2/7/21
CD2693807

I put pineapple slices on ham with toothpicks and use maple syrup as glaze.... very tasty... - 11/17/20
PWILLOW1

Excellent. I love ham and this one is a keeper. - 6/30/20
DMEYER4

Incredible!

great recipe - 3/13/20
ROBBIEY

Incredible!

This is delicious. - 1/5/20
HOTPINKCAMARO49

Yum! - 1/3/20
LESSOFMOORE

Looks good. - 12/26/19
LOSER05

Incredible!

Yum - 12/25/19
ARTJAC

NICE - 12/19/19
ROSSYFLOSSY

Good

Tasty Holiday recipe. - 12/3/19
RHOOK20047

Incredible!

I tried this and it was a nice change from how I usually make the ham. Will do this again - 12/1/19
JANIEWWJD

Yummy time!!! - 12/1/19
REDROBIN47

This looks very good. Because of the salt and sugar, I will save the recipe for special occasions such as Christmas. I will rate it once we try it. Thanks for the recipe. - 10/27/19
PICKIE98

I use pineapple juice, unsweetened with agave nectar. I need to adjust for a diabetic diet, but this sounds yummy! - 10/25/19
4CONNIESHEALTH

Incredible!

This is the best! - 7/27/19
DJ4HEALTH

good - 6/22/19
RYCGIRL

very good - 6/2/19
AZMOMXTWO

thank you - 5/23/19
KITT52

Good

family enjoyed this..
I dont use corn syrup so used 1/2 cup honey and pineapple juice.. did not use the butter either just did not need it.... - 5/19/19
SUSANBEAMON

This used to be the only way to make the holiday ham. - 4/29/19
JAMER123

Great flavor and a little sweet. Will be cutting back on the sugars otherwise we enjoyed. - 1/19/19
BONNIE1552

Delicious. - 1/6/19
BILLTHOMSON

Very Good

I made this over the Holidays and was delicious, but I do plan on tweaking it and experimenting with the recipe. - 1/2/19
KATHYJO56

Very Good

great recipe - 12/9/18
SHOAPIE

Very tasty, - 12/7/18
CHERIRIDDELL

delicious - 12/1/18
NEPTUNE1939

Very Good

tasty - 11/26/18

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