Ingredients
- 1 fully cooked ham (6–8 lb / 2.7–3.6 kg)
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 Tbsp yellow mustard (or Dijon for a sharper flavor)
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings
- Maraschino cherries (8–12 cherries)
- Toothpicks (optional, for securing fruit)
Instructions
1 Make the Glaze
◦ In a bowl, whisk together:
▪ 1 cup pineapple juice
▪ 1 cup brown sugar
▪ 2 Tbsp mustard
2 Prepare the Ham
◦ If not pre-sliced, score the top in a diamond pattern.
◦ Arrange pineapple rings over the ham and place a cherry in the center of each. Secure with toothpicks.
3 Bake the Ham
◦ Pour the glaze over the ham.
◦ Bake at 325°F (165°C) for 1½–2 hours, basting occasionally.
4 Reduce the Sauce
◦ Pour the pan juices into a saucepan.
◦ Simmer until thickened, 5–10 minutes.
◦ Brush the reduced glaze over the ham before serving.