As a farm-to-table company, we take pride in raising animals the way nature intended, and this recipe highlights the flavour and quality that comes from our pastured pork. Our pigs are 100% pasture-raised and fed a non-GMO ration without corn or soy, which brings a richer, more wholesome depth to every bite.
This ham roast is hearty, warm, and comforting - the kind of meal that feels right at home on a special occasion, yet simple enough for a cozy dinner with family or friends. The blend of orange, honey, and slow roasting fills the kitchen with inviting aromas that make the whole dining experience feel a little more memorable.
And the best part? The leftovers are just as enjoyable. Use them in sandwiches, breakfast scrambles, or add them to soups and casseroles for easy meals throughout the week. However you enjoy it, this ham brings nourishing, uncomplicated goodness to the table.
Orange Honey Glazed Ham Roast
What You'll Need
- 1 bone-in ham, about 4 lb
- ¼ cup of orange marmalade or fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons of liquid honey
- 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon of ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon of orange zest from 1 medium orange
- A few grinds of black pepper
- Whole cloves, optional
- 1 to 2 cups of water for the roasting pan
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven:
Set it to 325 °F or 165 °C.
- Prepare the ham:
Pat the ham dry. If there is a layer of fat, score it in a criss-cross pattern about 1 cm deep. Press in some cloves if you like for a little extra flavour.
- Make the glaze:
Stir together the orange marmalade or juice, honey, Dijon mustard, ginger, orange zest, and a little black pepper. Taste it and adjust if you like a bit more sweetness or tang.
- Roast the ham:
Put the ham fat side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Pour in 1 to 2 cups of water to keep it moist. Brush half the glaze over the ham. Roast it in the oven for 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours. Every 30 minutes, spoon some of the pan juices over the ham or brush with a bit more glaze.
- Caramelize the top:
In the last 15 minutes, brush on the remaining glaze and turn the oven up to 400 °F or 200 °C. Let it bubble and get a nice golden colour.
- Rest and serve:
Take the ham out of the oven, cover it loosely with foil, and let it rest for about 15 minutes. Then carve it around the bone and pour some of the pan glaze over the slices.
Complementary Sides
- Roasted root vegetables
- Braised greens
- Mashed or scalloped potatoes
- Simple garden salad