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Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham Bake

A delightful dish combining sweet and savory flavors of ham and pineapple, perfect for family dinners and holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 600 grams cooked ham, diced
  • 1 can (570 grams) pineapple chunks, drained (reserve 60 milliliters juice)
Glaze Ingredients
  • 110 grams brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon or yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 60 milliliters reserved pineapple juice
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Set the oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease a 33x23-centimetre baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together brown sugar, mustard, soy sauce, reserved pineapple juice, and ground cloves until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  3. Arrange diced ham and drained pineapple chunks evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Pour the prepared glaze over the ham and pineapple. Gently stir to ensure all ingredients are thoroughly coated.
Cooking
  1. Place the dish uncovered in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the ham is heated through, and the edges are caramelized and golden.
Serving Suggestions
  1. Serve hot, accompanied by steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad as desired.

Notes

For the best results, use quality ingredients and adjust the sweetness of the glaze to your preference. You can also add toasted nuts for crunch.