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Apricot-Glazed Ham recipe

A simple glaze over ham makes for an easy special occasion meal. Serve with green bean casserole, garlic mashed potatoes, and fruit salad.

Apricot-Glazed Ham II

10 minutes prep, 90 minutes cook

5 pound fully cooked whole boneless ham
1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon cloves
2/3 cup apricot nectar
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Place ham on rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, in a 325 degree F oven for 1 1/4 hours or until meat thermometer registers 140 degrees F (about 15-18 minutes per pound.)

For the glaze, in a small saucepan combine brown sugar, cornstarch, nutmeg and cloves. Stir in apricot nectar and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until thickened and bubbly, stirring constantly.

Brush ham with glaze. Continue baking 15-20 minutes more, brushing occasionally with glaze.

Serves 20

Nutrition: Calories: 208 calories Protein: 25 grams Fat: 9 grams Sodium: 1572 milligrams Cholesterol: 64 milligrams Saturated Fat: 3 grams Carbohydrates: 6 grams Fiber: 0 grams

Random Safety Tip: If using a microwave to thaw your pork, cook immediately after thawing.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of National Pork Board.