Honey Baked Ham

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  8 lbs Ham Or Canadian Bacon
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  0.3 cup Pineapple Juice, Canned Or Fresh
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  1 cup Honey
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  0.3 cup Brown sugar
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  0.3 cup Unsalted Butter
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  0.3 cup 1/4 cup whole cloves

Instructions

1. 1Remove any packaging from the ham. Using a sharp knife, score a 1-inch diamond pattern across the entire surface, cutting no deeper than 1/4 inch. Press one whole clove into the center of each diamond. Let the ham rest at room temperature for 1 hour.
2. 2Preheat the oven to 300°F. Place the ham in a roasting pan and pour the pineapple juice into the base of the pan. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
3. 3While the ham bakes, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes. Add the honey and brown sugar, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat and simmer until the glaze thickens slightly, 2–3 minutes more. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. 4Remove the ham from the oven and increase the temperature to 425°F. Discard the foil and brush one-third of the glaze over the ham, working it into the scored cuts.
5. 5Return the ham uncovered to the oven and bake for 15 minutes. Remove and brush with another third of the glaze plus pan juices. Return to the oven and bake another 15 minutes until a deep golden-brown crust forms.
6. 6If the crust needs more color, broil for 2–5 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning. Brush with any remaining glaze immediately after removing from the oven.
7. 7Let the ham rest for 10–15 minutes, then slice into 25 equal portions.
8. 8Divide the sliced ham evenly into 25 airtight meal-prep containers, spooning pan juices over each portion. Allow to cool before sealing and refrigerating.