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Recipe for Cloves

Classic Clove-Studded Holiday Ham

Servings: 12–15
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 2–2.5 hours (varies by weight)

Ingredients:

• 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (8–10 lbs)

• 30–40 whole cloves

• 1 cup brown sugar

• ½ cup honey or maple syrup

• ¼ cup Dijon mustard

• ¼ cup pineapple juice or apple cider

• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

• 1 tsp ground allspice

Instructions:

1. Prep the Ham:

   • Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).

   • Score the ham fat in a diamond pattern (1/4-inch deep).

   • Press 1 clove into the center of each diamond (see photo below).

2. Make the Glaze:

   • Whisk brown sugar, honey, mustard, juice, cinnamon, and allspice in a saucepan. Simmer 5 mins until thickened.

3. Bake:

   • Place ham in a roasting pan, flat side down. Brush with ⅓ of the glaze.

   • Cover loosely with foil and bake 1.5 hours (15 mins per pound).

   • Uncover, brush with remaining glaze, and bake 30–45 mins until caramelized, basting every 10 mins.

4. Rest & Serve:

   • Let ham rest 20 mins before slicing. Serve with pan drippings.

Why This Works:

• Cloves: Their eugenol oil penetrates the meat, adding warmth without bitterness.

• Glaze Balance: The mustard’s acidity cuts the sweetness, while cinnamon echoes the cloves’ spice.

Serving Ideas:

• With sides: Scalloped potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, or biscuits.

• Leftovers: Use for sandwiches, split pea soup, or ham fried rice.

Pro Tips:

• Clove Hack: Stud only the top/sides (not underside) to avoid overpowering.

• No Waste: Simmer the ham bone with cloves + veggies for incredible stock.