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How to Make Ham with Cherry Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ham with cherry sauce is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any special occasion or holiday meal. The combination of tender, juicy ham and sweet, tangy cherry sauce creates a mouthwatering flavor sensation that will leave your guests begging for more.

Whether you are hosting a festive gathering or simply looking to elevate your weeknight dinner, this recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser. The succulent ham is complemented beautifully by the rich and velvety cherry sauce, ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 pound) fully-cooked, bone-in ham
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 (16.5 ounce) can pitted dark sweet cherries
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place ham in a roasting pan. Score surface of ham with shallow diagonal cuts, making diamond shapes. Combine the brown sugar, syrup and mustard; rub over ham and press into cuts. Cover and bake at 325 degrees F for 1-3/4 to 2 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 140 degrees F and ham is heated through.
  • For cherry sauce, in a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and water until smooth. Add cherries. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice and extract. Serve with ham.

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