Double-Apricot Glazed Ham

Ordinary ham becomes extraordinary with this flavorful and festive recipe!

Double-Apricot Glazed Ham
from Campbell's Kitchen

Prep Time: 15 min. - Bake Time: 2 hr.

1 cup dried apricots
1 cup Swanson(R) Chicken Broth (regular, Natural Goodness(TM) or
Certified Organic)
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
 6- to 8-lb. fully-cooked whole boneless ham *
2 tbsp. butter OR margarine
1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
2 jars (12 oz. each ) apricot preserves
1/4 cup Dijon-style mustard
2 tsp. grated orange rind

Directions:
 PLACE apricots and broth in microwave-safe measuring cup. Microwave on
HIGH for 2 min. Let cool. Remove apricots and cut into strips. Reserve
broth. Mix apricots, sugar and 1/4 cup reserved broth.
 PLACE ham in roasting pan. Bake at 325 degreesF. for 2 hr. or until
thermometer registers 140 degreesF. Top with apricot mixture during last
30 min. of baking, basting frequently with pan drippings.
 HEAT butter in medium skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and cook
until tender. Add preserves, mustard, orange rind and remaining reserved
broth. Heat to a boil. Cook over low heat 10 min. or until slightly
thickened.
 SLICE ham and serve with apricot sauce. Serves 32.
 TIP: *Use 3-lb. fully-cooked half boneless ham for 16 servings. Prepare
as above, but reduce remaining ingredients in half and cooking time to 1 hr.
or until thermometer registers 140 degreesF.

Kitchen Clip:
Consider this "heavenly ham" for Easter Sunday.
Received on Wed Apr 4 12:45:55 2007