Festive Holiday Ham with Pomegranate Reduction
Festive Holiday Ham with Pomegranate Reduction is a mouth-watering dish that is perfect for any holiday celebration. This dish is a combination of succulent ham and a sweet and tangy pomegranate reduction that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
To make this dish, you will need a fully cooked ham, pomegranate juice, brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, and cornstarch. For every serving, you will need 1 pound of ham, 1/2 cup of pomegranate juice, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, and 1 teaspoon of cornstarch.
To start, preheat your oven to 325°F. Place the ham in a roasting pan and bake for 15 minutes per pound. While the ham is cooking, prepare the pomegranate reduction by combining the pomegranate juice, brown sugar, honey, and Dijon mustard in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of water until it forms a paste. Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan and stir until the sauce thickens.
Once the ham is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Then, brush the pomegranate reduction over the ham and return it to the oven for an additional 10 minutes. Once the ham is finished cooking, remove it from the oven and let it rest for another 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
The Festive Holiday Ham with Pomegranate Reduction is a beautiful dish that is sure to impress your guests. The ham is perfectly cooked and juicy, while the pomegranate reduction adds a sweet and tangy flavor that complements the ham perfectly. This dish is perfect for any holiday celebration and is sure to become a family favorite.
Type: Main Dish
Ingredients: Ham, Pomegranate Juice, Brown Sugar
Cooking Tips: Brush the pomegranate reduction over the ham during the last 10 minutes of cooking to prevent the sauce from burning. Let the ham rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.