Baked Ham with Walnut Peach Sauce Recipe

Embrace the festive spirit by savoring the delightful combination of sweet and savory in this Holiday Baked Ham with Walnut Peach Sauce. Experience the robust essence of walnuts paired with a delightful sweet kick from the brown sugar-peach sauce. This holiday season, treat your taste buds to a memorable feast with the heartwarming flavors of this delectable dish.

Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 1 half ham, about 4.5 lbs
• 1 cup peach preserves
• 3/4 cup peach nectar
• 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped California walnuts, toasted
• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Put the ham in a shallow baking pan. With a sharp knife, score the ham in a diamond design.

2. Add 1 cup of water to the bottom of the pan. Cover pan securely with foil and bake at 350 degrees F for 1 hour.

3. Uncover the ham and brush with 1/2 cup of peach preserves. Bake uncovered, 30 minutes longer, basting occasionally.

4. In a medium saucepan, combine the nectar, chicken broth and cornstarch and stir until smooth.

5. Add remaining 1/2 cup peach preserves and the brown sugar and bring to a boil, whisking occasionally. Simmer the sauce until thickened.

6. Add the walnuts and peaches and simmer one minute longer. Whisk in the mustard, lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.