{"id":430601,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:27","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=430601"},"modified":"2026-01-11T07:00:03","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:00:03","slug":"thanksgiving-dinner-with-ham","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-with-ham\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Simple Ways to Elevate Your Thanksgiving Dinner with Ham"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Thanksgiving is a time for gathering, gratitude, and of course, delicious food. While turkey often steals the spotlight, ham can add a savory twist that everyone will love. If you\u2019re looking to impress your guests this year, these two irresistible ham recipes will do just that!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-with-ham\/#Maple-Glazed_Ham\" >Maple-Glazed Ham<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-with-ham\/#Honey-Baked_Ham_with_Pineapple\" >Honey-Baked Ham with Pineapple<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maple-Glazed_Ham\"><\/span>Maple-Glazed Ham<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6979280\/pexels-photo-6979280.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Maple-Glazed Ham\" title=\"Maple-Glazed Ham\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by cottonbro studio on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/close-up-of-a-person-sticking-a-toothpick-into-dried-tomatoes-and-ham-6979280\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Ivory\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/maple-glazed-ham-1760451739.jpg\" alt=\"Maple Glazed Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.everydayeileen.com\/easy-maple-glazed-ham-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Maple Glazed Ham<\/a><\/strong> from Everyday Eileen<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (2 reviews). Total Time: 1 hr 28 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Magenta\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/maple-glazed-ham-1760451739-1.jpg\" alt=\"Maple Glazed Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recipetineats.com\/easy-maple-sticky-glazed-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Maple Glazed Ham<\/a><\/strong> from RecipeTin Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (122 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Crimson\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/perfect-glazed-baked-ham-brown-sugar-maple-1760451739.jpg\" alt=\"Perfect Glazed Baked Ham (Brown Sugar-Maple!)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/baked-ham-recipe-23605052\" target=\"_blank\">Perfect Glazed Baked Ham (Brown Sugar-Maple!)<\/a><\/strong> from The Kitchn<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (3 reviews). Total Time: 4 hr 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine a beautifully glazed ham, shimmering with a sweet and sticky maple coating that brings a smile to every face at the table. This dish combines the rich, savory flavor of the ham with a hint of sweetness, creating a perfect balance that\u2019s hard to resist. The cooking method is simple yet effective, ensuring every bite is juicy and flavorful.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 fully cooked bone-in ham (about 8-10 pounds)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup pure maple syrup<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup packed brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon Dijon mustard<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon ground cloves<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This maple-glazed ham is special because it combines traditional flavors with a modern twist. The maple syrup adds a unique sweetness that pairs perfectly with the savory ham, making it a crowd-pleaser at any table. Plus, the aroma that fills your kitchen while it cooks is simply heavenly. It\u2019s a showstopper that not only tastes great but also looks stunning when served!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/maple-glazed-ham-recipe-1760451752.jpg\" alt=\"Maple Glazed Ham Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=vv20SQg_xgg\" target=\"_blank\">Maple Glazed Ham Recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/honey-maple-glazed-ham-holiday-ham-recipe-1760451752.jpg\" alt=\"Honey Maple Glazed Ham | Holiday Ham Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xFDCXA00KPo\" target=\"_blank\">Honey Maple Glazed Ham | Holiday Ham Recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/maple-glazed-ham-best-ham-glaze-ever-1760451752.jpg\" alt=\"Maple Glazed Ham - BEST Ham Glaze ever!\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=rPr0h0u_Q_I\" target=\"_blank\">Maple Glazed Ham &#8211; BEST Ham Glaze ever!<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Honey-Baked_Ham_with_Pineapple\"><\/span>Honey-Baked Ham with Pineapple<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/17907813\/pexels-photo-17907813.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Honey-Baked Ham with Pineapple\" title=\"Honey-Baked Ham with Pineapple\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Ramon Hernandez on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/pizza-with-ham-17907813\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:WhiteSmoke\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/glazed-ham-for-the-holidays-1760451747.jpg\" alt=\"Glazed Ham for the Holidays\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dinneratthezoo.com\/glazed-ham-for-the-holidays\/\" target=\"_blank\">Glazed Ham for the Holidays<\/a><\/strong> from Dinner at the Zoo<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (74 reviews). Total Time: 3 hr 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSkyBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ritas-sweet-holiday-baked-ham-1760451747.jpg\" alt=\"Rita&#039;s Sweet Holiday Baked Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/41750\/ritas-sweet-holiday-baked-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Rita&#039;s Sweet Holiday Baked Ham<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (337 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:OldLace\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/thanksgiving-ham-dinner-menu-ideas-glazed-honey-ham-what-to-serve-with-it-1760451747.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving Ham Dinner Menu Ideas: Glazed Honey Ham (+What To Serve With It!)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeitwithlove.com\/thanksgiving-ham-dinner-menu-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\">Thanksgiving Ham Dinner Menu Ideas: Glazed Honey Ham (+What To Serve With It!)<\/a><\/strong> from Bake It With Love<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (2 reviews). Total Time: 1 hr 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Nothing says holiday cheer quite like a honey-baked ham adorned with juicy pineapple slices. This recipe features a delightful combination of sweet and savory, with the honey caramelizing beautifully during the baking process. The addition of pineapple not only adds flavor but also creates a stunning presentation that will have everyone reaching for seconds.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 fully cooked boneless ham (about 6-8 pounds)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup honey<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup Dijon mustard<\/li>\n<li>1 can sliced pineapples (in juice)<\/li>\n<li>Whole cloves (optional, for decoration)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this honey-baked ham special is its delightful blend of flavors that evoke a sense of nostalgia during the holidays. It\u2019s not just a meal; it\u2019s a centerpiece that brings everyone together. The sweet, sticky glaze and tender, succulent meat create an unforgettable experience that\u2019s perfect for any Thanksgiving gathering. Plus, the vibrant pineapple slices add a pop of color that makes your plate look as good as it tastes!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Transform your Thanksgiving dinner into a memorable feast by exploring two delightful ways to elevate your ham, making it the star of the table.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":435346,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[19771],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-430601","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-meat","tag-thanksgiving-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/430601","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=430601"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/430601\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/435346"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=430601"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=430601"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=430601"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=430601"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}