orange and cranberry glaze for ham
For those who like the sweet and tart taste of cranberries and oranges combined, this makes a great glaze for Thanksgiving or Christmas hams. Quick and easy too. Haven't made this lately so I used a Google image til Thanksgiving or Christmas.
prep time
5 Min
cook time
10 Min
method
Bake
yield
Glazes one ham with extra for passing at the table
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries, chopped fine
- 1 cup unsweetened orange juice
- 2 to 3 tablespoons dijon or whole grain mustard
- 2 to 3 teaspoons horseradish (optional)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 to 4 teaspoons sugar or sugar substitute, to taste
How To Make orange and cranberry glaze for ham
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Step 1In a small saucepan (or microwaveable bowl), place all ingredients except sugar/sugar substitute.
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Step 2Stir well and cook over medium low heat until thickened, remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add sugar or substitute to taste. Mixture should be tart, but not astringent.
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Step 3Alternate Microwave method: Stir well. Microwave on high until the mixture thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes. Stirring several times during cooking. Set aside to cool. Add sugar or substitute to taste.
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Step 4Spread glaze over the ham during the last hour of cooking, repeat glazing once or twice. If glaze begins gets too dark cover with foil to avoid burning.
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Category:
Other Main Dishes
Category:
Other Sauces
Category:
Pork
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Keyword:
#orange
Keyword:
#ham
Keyword:
#glaze
Keyword:
#Cranberry
Ingredient:
Fruit
Method:
Bake
Culture:
American
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