A Dish That Sparkles With Essence Of The Tropics

Pairing a succulent ham with a glaze made from the perfect combination of mangos, cinnamon and honey will delight everyone at your next family gathering. This blend of tropical and traditional is sure to stand out and leave everyone wanting more.

Ham with Mango Glaze

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 1 hour

2 ripe mangos, peeled, pitted and cubed

1/4 cup honey

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

1 boneless ham, about 3 lbs.

Preheat oven to 350°F. Place mangos, honey, lemon juice and spices in a blender or food processor; puree until smooth. Set aside 1/3 of the mixture for basting the ham during baking. (Place remaining glaze in serving dish to serve with ham.) Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern with a sharp knife and place in a shallow baking dish. Brush with reserved basting portion of mango glaze. Bake for 1 hour, basting with glaze frequently. Slice ham and serve with the remaining mango glaze. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

Delicious Ham with Mango Glaze adds a sweet new tradition to your spring holiday table.

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