Double-Apricot Glazed Ham |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 120 Minutes |
Ready In: 135 Minutes Servings: 32 |
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Smoky ham is basted with a sweet and piquant sauce of apricot preserves, Swanson®Chicken Stock, orange zest, Dijon-style mustard and minced shallots. Ingredients:
1 cup dried apricots |
1 cup swanson® chicken stock |
1/2 cup packed brown sugar |
1 (6 pound) fully-cooked whole boneless ham |
2 tablespoons butter or margarine |
1/2 cup finely chopped shallot |
2 (12 ounce) jars apricot preserves |
1/4 cup dijon-style mustard |
2 teaspoons grated orange peel |
Directions:
1. Place apricots and stock in microwave-safe measuring cup. Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes. Let cool. Remove apricots and cut into strips. Reserve stock. Mix apricots, sugar and 1/4 cup reserved stock.
2. Place ham in roasting pan. Bake at 325 degrees F for 2 hours or until thermometer registers 140 degrees F. Top with apricot mixture during last 30 minutes of baking, basting frequently with pan drippings.
3. Heat butter in medium skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until tender. Add preserves, mustard, orange rind and remaining reserved stock. Heat to a boil. Cook over low heat 10 minutes or until slightly thickened.
4. Slice ham and serve with apricot sauce.
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