Classic glazed ham or roast lamb (traditional Easter mains)
A perfect recipe for Classic glazed ham or roast lamb, ideal for celebrating Easter with family and friends, delivering incredible flavor and memories.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 mins
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 Bone-in or Boneless Smoked Ham (7-9 pounds)
1 cup Brown Sugar (packed)
1/4 cup Dijon Mustard
1/4 cup Orange Juice
1/4 cup Honey
1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Ground Cloves
1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamo
1 Boneless Leg of Lamb (3-4 pounds)
3 tablespoons Fresh Rosemary (chopped)
2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme (chopped)
6-8 cloves Garlic (minced)
1/4 cup Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
2 teaspoons Salt
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 cup Chicken or Beef Broth
Instructions
- For the ham, preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and prep the ham
- Make the glaze by combining brown sugar, mustard, orange juice, honey, vinegar, cloves, and cinnamon in a saucepan and simmering until thickened
- Bake the ham for 10-12 minutes per pound while brushing with glaze
- For the lamb, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prep the lamb
- Create the herb rub and season the lamb, then roast according to weight
- Let the meat rest before serving
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
Resting time is crucial for juicy results.