Prep Time::10 mins
Cook Time:: 4 hrs 30 mins
Additional Time::20 mins
Total Time:: 5 hrs
Servings::18
Ingredients
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1 (12-pound) bone-in ham, rump portion
½ cup whole cloves
1 cup packed brown sugar
4 cups water, or as needed
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place ham in a large roasting pan; press cloves into the top at 1- to 2-inch intervals.
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Pack the top with a layer of brown sugar.
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Pour enough water into the bottom of the roasting pan to come to a 1-inch depth; cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 4 ½ to 5 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center, making sure it is not touching the bone, should read at least 160 degrees F (72 degrees C).
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Let ham rest for about 20 minutes before carving.
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Recipe Tip
If using a pre-cooked ham, follow the directions on the package for baking times.