pam's awesome apricot rum glaze for ham

Recipe by
Pam Ellingson
Wichita, KS

I am always ready to try something new, so I developed this glaze for our Christmas ham this year. It packs a punch of flavor and would make a fine condiment for those left over Ham sliders. Yum

yield serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
method Blend

Ingredients For pam's awesome apricot rum glaze for ham

  • 15 oz
    apricot preserves (for alternative, see note below)
  • 1/2 to 3/4 c
    dark rum (i like myers)
  • 2-3 Tbsp
    coarse ground dijon mustard (grey poupon with whole mustard seeds)
  • a few grinds of black pepper
  • 2 tsp
    soy sauce, dark
  • 1 to 2 Tbsp
    vegetable oil (something with no dominant taste)
  • 2 tsp
    lemon juice, fresh (optional)
  • 1/8 tsp
    salt (optonal)
  • NOTE: IF YOU CAN'T FIND GOOD APRICOT PRESERVE WITH PIECES OF APRICOT IN IT, USE APRICOT JAM AND COOK/SOFTEN ABOUT 8-10 DRIED APRICOTS IN WATER TO COVER AND THEN WHIZ WITH A STICK BLENDER OR CHOP FINE.

How To Make pam's awesome apricot rum glaze for ham

  • 1
    Place all ingredients into a deep bowl or large measuring cup and blend with a stick blender. Adjust to taste and store in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • 2
    When ready to use, heat slightly to make glaze pourable for ease of coverage of the ham during the last 30-45 minutes of heating. Brush or pour glaze over ham 2-3 times to develop a nice crusty exterior. Save some to pass at the table for guests who want more sauce.

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