Maple-Glazed Ham

Maple-Glazed Ham
Main INGREDIENTS
  • Meat
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Cast Iron Round Casserole
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Cast Iron Round Casserole
Ingredients
Method

Ingredients

Main
  • 4kg unsmoked, boneless gammon joint
  • 2 Spanish onions, chopped
  • 2 leeks, chopped
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Fresh thyme, 5 sprigs
  • Water to cover
  • 2 teaspoons cloves
For the Maple Glaze
  • 125ml molasses
  • 185ml maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 100ml brandy

  • Method

  • 1
    Place the chopped vegetables, spices and ham in the casserole and cover with water. Bring to the boil then turn the heat down, put on the lid and simmer for 3 hours.
  • 2
    Once the ham is cooked remove from the casserole and pour the simmering liquid and vegetables into another pan. See Cook's note.
  • 3
    Wash and dry the casserole and place the ham back inside. Score the ham in a criss-cross fashion and stud with the cloves.
  • 4
    Pre-heat the oven to 180°C / 160°C Fan / Gas Mark 4
  • 5
    Place in the pre-heated oven and roast for 30 minutes without the lid.
  • 6
    Add all the ingredients for the maple glaze to a saucepan and bring to the boil. Remove the casserole from the oven and brush the ham with the maple glaze until it is beautifully golden brown.
  • 7
    Cook's Notes
  • 8
    The reserved liquid can be strained and used as stock for other recipes.