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Holiday Ham Slice With Cinnamon Apple Rings

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This festive dish pairs thick slices of fully cooked ham with warm, cinnamon-spiced apple rings for a delightful holiday meal. The sweet and tangy apples complement the salty, savory ham perfectly, creating a balanced flavor profile that appeals to all ages. Ideal for Christmas dinner, Thanksgiving, or any special occasion, this recipe is simple yet elegant. The ham heats through quickly, while the apples soften and caramelize slightly, offering a pleasant textural contrast. Serve this comforting combination with your favorite holiday sides for a complete, home-style feast that brings warmth and tradition to your table.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 36.2
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This festive dish pairs thick slices of fully cooked ham with warm, cinnamon-spiced apple rings for a delightful holiday meal. The sweet and tangy apples complement the salty, savory ham perfectly, creating a balanced flavor profile that appeals to all ages. Ideal for Christmas dinner, Thanksgiving, or any special occasion, this recipe is simple yet elegant. The ham heats through quickly, while the apples soften and caramelize slightly, offering a pleasant textural contrast. Serve this comforting combination with your favorite holiday sides for a complete, home-style feast that brings warmth and tradition to your table.
Ingredients
  • 1 ea thick slice fully cooked ham (about 2 pounds)
  • 2 ea large apples, cored and sliced into rings
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 ts hot sauce (optional)
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. 2
    Place the thick ham slice on a baking sheet.
  3. 3
    Arrange apple rings on top of the ham slice, slightly overlapping if necessary.
  4. 4
    In a small bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  5. 5
    Drizzle the cinnamon butter mixture over the apple rings.
  6. 6
    If using, drizzle hot sauce lightly over the ham for a savory kick.
  7. 7
    Bake for 15-20 minutes, until apples are tender and ham is heated through.
  8. 8
    Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 36.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.9g2%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 12.0mg4%
Sodium 326.5mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 0.3g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.3g
Protein 6.2g13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Choose firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith to prevent them from becoming mushy during cooking.

You can add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon butter mixture for extra warmth.

If the ham is very thick, you may need to increase baking time by 5-10 minutes.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

For a sweeter glaze, add a tablespoon of maple syrup to the butter mixture.

Keywords: apple, apples, cinnamon, cooked, fully, ham, holiday, international, main, pork, rings, slice, thick, glazed, festive, christmas, thanksgiving, dinner, side, fruit
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