A delightful twist on a classic glazed ham, paired with roasted shallots for a flavorful and elegant dish.
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Preheating ensures even cooking from the start.
In a mixing bowl, combine the honey, Dijon mustard, and freshly cracked black pepper to create the glaze.
Mix thoroughly to ensure the flavors are well blended.
Place the ham in a roasting pan and score the surface in a diamond pattern.
Scoring allows the glaze to penetrate the ham for more flavor.
Brush the ham generously with the prepared glaze, reserving some for later.
Apply the glaze evenly for a consistent coating.
Peel the shallots and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Coating the shallots ensures they roast evenly and develop a caramelized flavor.
Place the shallots around the ham in the roasting pan.
Positioning the shallots around the ham allows them to absorb some of the glaze.
Cover the pan with aluminum foil and roast in the oven for 1 hour.
Covering the pan helps retain moisture during the initial roasting phase.
Remove the foil, baste the ham with more glaze, and continue roasting uncovered for an additional 30 minutes, basting every 10 minutes.
Frequent basting creates a glossy and flavorful crust on the ham.
Once done, transfer the ham to a serving platter and arrange the roasted shallots around it.
Let the ham rest for a few minutes before slicing to retain its juices.
