Len's Poached Ham

Len's Poached Ham
Len's Poached Ham might be just the hor d'oeuvre you are searching for. This recipe covers 13% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains about 42g of protein, 9g of fat, and a total of 335 calories. This recipe serves 18. Head to the store and pick up garnish: leaf lettuce, cinnamon sticks, wine, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and dairy free diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Place ham in a very large stockpot; cover with water. Over high heat, bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for one hour.
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Combine remaining ingredients except wine, cinnamon sticks and garnish in a saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until a glaze forms; remove from heat and keep warm.
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Remove ham carefully from pot; transfer to a rack in a large roasting pan. Push cinnamon sticks into the ham, creating a "porcupine."
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Drizzle wine over ham first, then follow with glaze.
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Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees for 45 minutes.
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Remove cinnamon sticks before slicing. To serve, arrange lettuce on a serving dish; place ham slices on top.
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Serve with pan drippings spooned over top.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings18
Health Score7
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