Description
Ina Garten’s orange marmalade-glazed ham brings sophisticated Southern charm to holiday tables. Citrus-infused sweetness caramelizes over perfectly roasted meat, creating an elegant centerpiece that will delight dinner guests with its rich, tangy flavor profile.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 (16 to 18-pound) bone-in smoked ham (not spiral-cut), such as Nodine’s Woodland whole bone-in ham
Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) canned pineapple juice
- ½ cup (118 milliliters) ruby Port wine
Glaze and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) orange marmalade, such as Tiptree
- ⅔ cup (133 grams) light brown sugar, lightly packed
- ½ cup (118 milliliters) Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup (59 milliliters) mango chutney, such as Stonewall Kitchen, plus extra for serving
- Buttermilk Biscuits, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Unwrap the ham and let it rest at ambient temperature for approximately 60 minutes to ensure even cooking. Using a precision knife, carefully trim the dark exterior layer while preserving the underlying fat layer. Create an elegant diagonal diamond pattern across the fat surface, taking care not to penetrate the meat beneath.
- Calibrate the oven to 150°C / 300°F. Position the ham with its fat side facing upward in a spacious, shallow roasting vessel. Gently cascade the pineapple juice over the ham’s surface, then transfer to the preheated oven. Roast for 90 minutes, allowing the juices to permeate and tenderize the meat.
- Prepare the glaze by combining marmalade, brown sugar, Port wine, Dijon mustard, and chutney in a compact saucepan. Apply low heat, whisking continuously until the sugar dissolves completely and the marmalade transforms into a smooth, glossy mixture. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Generously brush approximately two-thirds of the prepared glaze across the ham’s surface. Incrementally increase the oven temperature to 160°C / 325°F. Continue roasting for an additional hour, periodically basting with the remaining glaze to develop a rich, caramelized exterior.
- After removing from the oven, allow the ham to rest for 15 minutes, enabling the internal juices to redistribute. Slice into uniform portions and present immediately. Accompany with reserved chutney and optional buttermilk biscuits for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Unleash Flavor with Mango Chutney: The zesty, sweet condiment elevates the ham’s taste profile, creating a memorable dining experience that guests will love.
- Master the Glaze Technique: Low and slow whisking transforms sugar and marmalade into a glossy, caramelized coating that hugs every inch of the ham’s surface.
- Perfect the Fat Scoring Method: Delicate diamond-shaped cuts allow the glaze to penetrate deeply, ensuring maximum flavor and a stunning presentation.
- Basting is Your Secret Weapon: Frequent glazing during cooking keeps the meat incredibly moist and builds a gorgeous, golden-brown exterior that looks professional.
- Resting Transforms Your Ham: Letting the meat sit after cooking allows juices to redistribute, guaranteeing each slice is succulent and packed with incredible flavor.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 15 servings)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 1500 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg