Honey Ham with Asian Pears

Delight your taste buds with this show-stopping Honey Ham with Asian Pears—a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors. This recipe features a beautifully glazed bone-in ham coated in a luscious mixture of honey, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and garlic, creating a golden caramelized crust. Nestled alongside are tender Asian pears, roasted to perfection with melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a touch of black pepper, offering a uniquely sweet and spiced contrast. Fresh rosemary sprigs add an herby fragrance, elevating this stunning dish to a true centerpiece for any special occasion. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a tantalizing aroma that fills your kitchen as it roasts, this easy yet elegant recipe is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this ham pairs wonderfully with the natural sweetness of the pears for a memorable feast everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 lbs bone-in ham
• 0.5 cups honey
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Asian pears, peeled, cored, and quartered
• 0.25 cups brown sugar
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
• 3 sprigs rosemary sprigs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

Place the ham in a large roasting pan, flat side down. Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern to help the glaze penetrate the meat.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and minced garlic. This will serve as your glaze.

Step 4

Brush half of the glaze evenly over the ham, making sure to get it into the scored areas. Reserve the remaining glaze for later.

Step 5

In another bowl, toss the quartered Asian pears with brown sugar, melted butter, ground cinnamon, and ground black pepper. Arrange the pears around the ham in the roasting pan.

Step 6

Add the rosemary sprigs to the pan, nestling them among the pears for added flavor.

Step 7

Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.

Step 8

After 1 hour, remove the foil and brush the ham with the remaining glaze. Baste the pears with the pan drippings and stir them gently to ensure even roasting.

Step 9

Increase the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking, uncovered, for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the ham is golden brown and heated through (internal temperature should reach about 140°F/60°C).

Step 10

Remove the ham and pears from the oven, tent the ham loosely with foil, and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Transfer the ham slices to a platter, surround with the caramelized Asian pears, and drizzle some of the pan juices over the top before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2271.2 grams (2271.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3516

Total Fat 129.50g	166%
Saturated Fat 50.90g	255%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1060mg	353%
Sodium 23636mg	1028%
Total Carbohydrate 189.20g	69%
Dietary Fiber 9.10g	33%
Total Sugars 177.50g
Protein 386.20g	772%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 205mg	16%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 5421mg	115%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.6%

Protein: 44.6%

Carbs: 21.8%