Chef Michael Allemeier
SAIT, Calgary AB
As seen at the 2014 Christmas in November at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Cardamom-Clove Glaze
6-8 lb (2.7-3.6 kg) bone-in ham, trimmed and scored
Combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook, stirring often, until the glaze has reached the consistency of maple syrup. Taste and adjust seasoning. Remove from heat, strain and set aside.
Preheat oven to 325°F.
Place ham into a roasting pan and roast for 30 minutes. Remove from oven and brush cardamom-clove glaze, reserving some for drizzling. Return to the oven and continue to roast, brushing the ham every 20 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 170°F (77°C). Let rest in a warm place for 15 minutes before carving.
While ham is roasting, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in ginger snap crumbs. Increase heat to medium and cook, stirring, for 2-4 minutes, or until mixture is fragrant. Add a pinch of salt, if needed. Remove from heat and set aside.
To serve, thinly slice ham and arrange on serving plate. Top with ginger snap crumb and drizzle with reserved glaze.
Prep Time: 15 Minutes