Ham Braised with Maple Raisin Sauce

1. 1

   Put ham cut side down in a large deep heavy pot (about 10 quarts) and add water and syrup.

2. 2

   Bring liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to low and gently simmer ham, covered, until tender, 2 to 2 1/2 hours.

3. 3

   Uncover and cool slightly.

4. 4

   Preheat oven to 350F.

5. 5

   When ham is cool enough to handle, remove from pot, reserving cooking liquid, then cut off any rind and excess fat, leaving a thin layer.

6. 6

   Transfer ham to a roasting pan.

7. 7

   Whisk together sugar, mustard, apple juice, and ground cloves, if using, in a bowl, then spoon over ham.

8. 8

   Add raisins and 1 cup reserved cooking liquid to roasting pan and bake in middle of oven, basting occasionally, until ham is glazed and juices are bubbling, 30 to 40 minutes.

9. 9

   Serve warm or at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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