{"id":430848,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:27","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=430848"},"modified":"2026-01-11T07:00:03","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:00:03","slug":"thanksgiving-dinner-ideas-with-ham","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-ideas-with-ham\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Simple Thanksgiving Dinner Ideas Featuring Ham to Delight Your Guests"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Thanksgiving is all about gathering with loved ones and sharing delicious food, but it doesn\u2019t have to be complicated. Imagine a festive feast where ham takes center stage, filling your home with mouthwatering aromas and flavors. Let\u2019s explore some simple yet delightful ham recipes that will have your guests talking long after the last bite.<\/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-ideas-with-ham\/#Honey-Glazed_Baked_Ham\" >Honey-Glazed Baked Ham<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-ideas-with-ham\/#Ingredients\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-ideas-with-ham\/#Maple-Orange_Glazed_Ham\" >Maple-Orange Glazed Ham<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-ideas-with-ham\/#Ingredients-2\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Honey-Glazed_Baked_Ham\"><\/span>Honey-Glazed Baked Ham<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/10875216\/pexels-photo-10875216.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Honey-Glazed Baked Ham\" title=\"Honey-Glazed Baked Ham\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Valeria Boltneva on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/pizza-in-close-up-photography-10875216\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:BlanchedAlmond\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/honey-brown-sugar-ham-glaze-1760453669.jpg\" alt=\"Honey Brown Sugar Ham Glaze\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/brown-sugar-ham-glaze-recipe-255487\" target=\"_blank\">Honey Brown Sugar Ham Glaze<\/a><\/strong> from The Kitchn<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.6 (31 reviews). Total Time: 3 std. 10 min.. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:OrangeRed\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/tangy-honey-glazed-ham-1760453669.jpg\" alt=\"Tangy Honey-Glazed Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/24501\/tangy-honey-glazed-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Tangy Honey-Glazed Ham<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (958 reviews). Total Time: 2 std. 35 min.. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Plum\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/honey-glazed-ham-1760453669.jpg\" alt=\"Honey-glazed ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/glazed-gammon\" target=\"_blank\">Honey-glazed ham<\/a><\/strong> from BBC Good Food<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (119 reviews). Total Time: 2 std. 20 min.. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This honey-glazed baked ham is the star of the show, boasting a beautiful caramelized exterior that tastes as good as it looks. The sweetness of honey perfectly complements the savory flavors of the ham, creating a balance that\u2019s simply irresistible. Baked to perfection, this dish will have your guests eagerly lining up for seconds!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 fully cooked bone-in ham (about 8-10 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\/4 teaspoon ground cloves<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>Whole cloves (for decoration)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this honey-glazed baked ham so special is its sweet and savory glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. The combination of honey and brown sugar creates a sticky, crunchy crust that contrasts perfectly with the tender meat underneath. Plus, the aroma that fills your kitchen while it bakes is enough to make anyone&#8217;s mouth water! This dish is not just a meal; it\u2019s a centerpiece that brings everyone together, making it a popular choice for Thanksgiving gatherings.<\/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\/with-the-holidays-approaching-try-this-classic-recipe-paired-1760453683.jpg\" alt=\"With the holidays approaching, try this classic recipe paired ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/gordonramsay\/videos\/honey-glazed-ham-gordon-ramsay\/568502137283926\/\" target=\"_blank\">With the holidays approaching, try this classic recipe paired &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(facebook.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/brown-sugar-honey-glazed-ham-recipe-perfect-easter-recipe-1760453683.jpg\" alt=\"Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Ham Recipe | Perfect Easter Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=S-YTSXR9kkw\" target=\"_blank\">Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Ham Recipe | Perfect Easter 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\/the-best-honey-glazed-ham-how-to-make-honey-baked-1760453684.jpg\" alt=\"The BEST Honey Glazed Ham | How to Make Honey Baked ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=u-LAZO2WbzQ\" target=\"_blank\">The BEST Honey Glazed Ham | How to Make Honey Baked &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maple-Orange_Glazed_Ham\"><\/span>Maple-Orange Glazed Ham<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/2067405\/pexels-photo-2067405.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Maple-Orange Glazed Ham\" title=\"Maple-Orange Glazed Ham\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Marta Dzedyshko on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/stack-of-pancakes-with-sauce-2067405\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:HotPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/maple-mustard-and-orange-glazed-ham-1760453679.jpg\" alt=\"Maple, Mustard and Orange Glazed Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.woolworths.co.nz\/recipes\/dinner\/2219\/maple-mustard-and-orange-glazed-ham\" target=\"_blank\">Maple, Mustard and Orange Glazed Ham<\/a><\/strong> from Woolworths NZ<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 1 h 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Lime\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/caramelised-maple-and-orange-glazed-ham-1760453679.jpg\" alt=\"Caramelised Maple and Orange Glazed Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sunporkfreshfoods.com.au\/recipes\/caramelised-maple-and-orange-glazed-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Caramelised Maple and Orange Glazed Ham<\/a><\/strong> from SunPork Fresh Foods<\/p>\n<p><small><\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Linen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/orange-maple-thyme-glazed-ham-1760453679.jpg\" alt=\"Orange, Maple &amp; Thyme Glazed Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshchoice.co.nz\/recipes\/orange-maple-and-thyme-glazed-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Orange, Maple &amp; Thyme Glazed Ham<\/a><\/strong> from Fresh Choice<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 2 h 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Brighten up your Thanksgiving table with a maple-orange glazed ham that\u2019s bursting with zesty flavors. The combination of sweet maple syrup and fresh orange juice creates a luscious glaze that enhances the natural flavors of the ham, making each slice a little piece of heaven. This dish is not only delicious but also visually stunning, adding a pop of color to your holiday spread.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-2\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 fully cooked boneless ham (about 6-8 pounds)<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup pure maple syrup<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup fresh orange juice<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon orange zest<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground ginger<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg<\/li>\n<li>Whole cloves (for decoration)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This maple-orange glazed ham stands out for its vibrant flavors and the fragrant aroma that fills your home while it cooks. The citrusy notes from the orange juice brighten the rich, savory taste of the ham, making it a refreshing option for your Thanksgiving feast. Not only is it a delicious main dish, but it also pairs beautifully with traditional sides like sweet potatoes and green bean casserole. With its unique flavor profile and eye-catching appearance, this ham is sure to impress your guests and become a new holiday favorite!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore two delightful Thanksgiving dinner ideas that elevate your holiday table with ham, sure to impress your guests and make your celebration unforgettable.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":435299,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[27],"tags":[19771],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-430848","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dinner","tag-thanksgiving-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/430848","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=430848"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/430848\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/435299"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=430848"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=430848"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=430848"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=430848"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}