Baked ham with marmalade glaze

Delicious Baked Ham Recipe with Marmalade Glaze

This baked ham with marmalade glaze is a perfect choice for festive meals or a special family dinner. Slowly cooked with aromatic ingredients, this dish is sure to impress your guests. Preparation time is about 20 minutes, and baking time is 4 hours, making it a truly savory dish (or main course). This recipe serves 12.

Necessary ingredients:
- 2 large oranges
- 5 cloves of garlic
- 1 tablespoon of whole pepper
- Salt, to taste
- 5 kg of unsmoked, boneless ham
- ½ jar of marmalade (approximately 200 g)
- 2 star anise
- 4 tablespoons of brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons of mustard
- 2 teaspoons of allspice

Preparation instructions:

1. Preparing the ingredients: Start by washing the oranges well and cutting them into thick slices. Also, peel the garlic cloves.

2. Arranging the vegetables: In a large baking dish, place the orange slices on the bottom of the dish, along with the garlic cloves, whole pepper, and sliced onions. These will add flavor and moisture to the ham during baking.

3. Adding water: Pour water into the dish so that there is about a 4 cm layer. This step is essential to keep the ham moist and juicy.

4. Preparing the ham: Place the ham in the dish on the bed of vegetables. Cover the dish with a double layer of aluminum foil to retain steam and help cook the meat evenly.

5. Initial baking: Preheat the oven to 160°C and leave the ham in the oven for 4 hours. It is important not to open the oven during this time to avoid losing heat.

6. Preparing the glaze: In a small bowl, combine the marmalade, star anise, brown sugar, and mustard. Simmer on low heat and gradually add water, stirring until you achieve a smooth consistency.

7. Finishing the ham: After 4 hours, remove the ham from the oven. Carefully remove the skin from the ham, leaving a thin layer of fat. Lightly score the fat layer and insert the garlic cloves into the slits. This step will intensify the flavors.

8. Applying the glaze: Brush the ham with the previously prepared marmalade glaze, making sure it is evenly covered. Return the ham to the oven, uncovered, for another 20 minutes or until it becomes golden and caramelized.

Serving: The baked ham with marmalade glaze is served warm, alongside roasted potatoes or baked vegetables. You can add a fresh salad on the side for a balanced meal.

Helpful tips:
- Choose a high-quality ham, preferably from a trusted supplier, to ensure you get the best flavors.
- You can vary the glaze by using different types of marmalade, such as peach or apricot, for a different taste.
- If you want to intensify the flavors, you can add a few sprigs of rosemary or thyme to the vegetable dish.

This baked ham with marmalade glaze recipe will surely become a family favorite, bringing a touch of magic to every meal!

 Ingredients: 2 oranges, 5 cloves of garlic, peppercorns, salt, 5 kg of ham, half a jar of marmalade, 2 pieces of anise, 4 tablespoons of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of mustard, 2 teaspoons of allspice

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