Elevate your holiday meal or weeknight dinner with this mouthwatering Ham with Rhubarb Sauce recipe, where tender, juicy ham meets the vibrant tang of a homemade fruit sauce. Featuring perfectly baked, fully cooked ham as the centerpiece, this recipe truly shines with its sweet-and-tart rhubarb sauce, made from fresh rhubarb, honey, orange juice, and a touch of warm spices like cinnamon and ginger. The sauce’s bright flavors balance beautifully with the savory ham, creating a harmonious combination that’s both unique and satisfying. Ready in just over two hours, this dish is ideal for entertaining or treating your family to something special. Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or buttery mashed potatoes for a complete, unforgettable meal. Perfect for those searching for ham recipes, rhubarb sauce pairings, or creative ways to use fresh rhubarb!
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
Place the fully cooked ham in a large roasting pan, fat side up. Add about 1/2 cup of water to the bottom of the pan to keep the ham moist.
Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature of the ham registers at least 140°F (60°C).
While the ham is baking, prepare the rhubarb sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine the diced rhubarb, granulated sugar, orange juice, honey, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and water.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb has broken down and the sauce has thickened.
Once the ham has finished cooking, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
Serve slices of ham topped with the warm rhubarb sauce. Enjoy!
Serving size | 2663.1 grams (2663.1g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 3732 |
Total Fat 92.00g | 118% |
Saturated Fat 29.30g | 147% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
Cholesterol 907mg | 302% |
Sodium 21794mg | 948% |
Total Carbohydrate 311.00g | 113% |
Dietary Fiber 8.30g | 30% |
Total Sugars 293.30g | |
Protein 386.00g | 772% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 484mg | 37% |
Iron 11mg | 58% |
Potassium 6318mg | 134% |
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