Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham Delight (Ready-to-Print Version)
Juicy ham and pineapple baked with brown sugar glaze. Sweet, tangy, and savory—great for festive meals.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 cups cooked ham, diced
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2 cups canned pineapple chunks, drained
→ Glaze
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0.75 cup packed brown sugar
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2 tablespoons Dijon or yellow mustard
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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0.5 cup reserved pineapple juice
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0.25 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Set the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish using nonstick spray or butter.
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Whisk the brown sugar, mustard, soy sauce, reserved pineapple juice, and ground cloves if using, in a medium bowl until fully combined and glossy.
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Place diced ham and pineapple chunks into the prepared baking dish. Pour the glaze evenly over the mixture and toss gently to coat all pieces.
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Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes or until the ham is heated through and the glaze is bubbling with caramelized golden edges.
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Serve hot over rice or alongside roasted vegetables or fresh salad. Enjoy immediately for peak flavor and texture.
# Handy Tips:
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Toast the ground cloves in a dry pan for enhanced aroma before whisking into the glaze.
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Reserve some pineapple juice when draining to achieve the ideal sweet-tart balance in the glaze.
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For best results, dice ham into uniform pieces to ensure even heating and an appealing presentation.
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This dish adapts well to either Dijon or yellow mustard, so select based on your preferred tanginess.