Microwave Ham

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My mom's recipe. She glazes this ham in the microwave, but it can easily be done in the oven as well.

Submitted by Janis Dee
Updated on January 16, 2023
ham on a platter
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
1 boneless ham
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 (3 pound) boneless ham

  • ½ cup packed brown sugar

  • ¼ cup soy sauce

  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Directions

  1. Cut the ham in half lengthwise. Place into a large pot, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 hour, replenishing water as needed. Drain.

  2. Meanwhile, stir together the brown sugar, soy sauce and mustard in a small bowl. Set aside until the ham is done.

  3. Place the ham halves into a glass or ceramic baking dish with the cut sides facing up. Cover the ham with the brown sugar mixture. Cook in the microwave for 15 minutes. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

451 Calories
19g Fat
26g Carbs
42g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 451
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g 24%
Saturated Fat 6g 31%
Cholesterol 120mg 40%
Sodium 3695mg 161%
Total Carbohydrate 26g 9%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Total Sugars 18g
Protein 42g 84%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 722mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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