Hello lovelies!

If you want classic Easter energy without complicated steps, mystery timing, or ten side dishes — this is it.

This is the ham you make when:

• You want something that feels special.
• You don’t want to babysit the oven.
• You want leftovers that actually get used.

Sweet honey glaze. Tender carrots. Crispy-edged potatoes. One dependable method.

No scrolling. No substitutions. No guesswork.

Why This Recipe Works

• Uses a fully cooked spiral ham (no stress about under cooking).
• Roasted vegetables cook at the same oven temperature.
• The glaze is 3 simple ingredients.
• Leftovers reheat beautifully.

This is Easter dinner without exhaustion.

Ingredients

For the Ham

• 1 fully cooked spiral ham (7–9 pounds)
• ½ cup honey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

For the Roasted Vegetables

• 1 ½ pounds baby gold potatoes, halved
• 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Do not substitute the ham type. Use fully cooked spiral sliced ham for correct timing.

Equipment

• Large roasting pan
• Aluminum foil
• Large sheet pan
• Small bowl
• Basting brush

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat to 325°F.

Step 2: Prepare the Ham

Place the ham cut-side down in a roasting pan.

Cover tightly with foil.

Bake for 12–15 minutes per pound.

For an 8-pound ham, bake approximately 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours.

You are reheating, not cooking from raw.

Step 3: Make the Honey Glaze

In a small bowl, whisk together:

• Honey
• Dijon mustard
• Melted butter

Set aside.

Step 4: Roast the Vegetables

While the ham bakes:

1. Toss potatoes and carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Spread evenly on a sheet pan (do not overlap).
3. Roast at 325°F for 45–55 minutes.
4. Flip halfway through.

They are done when fork-tender with golden edges.

Step 5: Glaze the Ham

During the last 20 minutes of cooking:

1. Remove foil.
2. Brush generously with honey glaze.
3. Return to oven uncovered.

The glaze should look glossy and lightly caramelized — not burnt.

Step 6: Rest Before Slicing

Remove ham from oven.

Let rest 15 minutes before serving.

This keeps it juicy.

What You’ll End Up With

• Sweet, glossy ham
• Caramelized carrots
• Crispy-edged potatoes
• A dinner that feels traditional without being overwhelming

Leftover Plan (No Food Waste)

Day 1: Classic Easter plate

Day 2: Ham & cheddar sliders

Day 3: Ham & potato bake

Day 4: Chop into scrambled eggs

One ham = multiple easy meals.

Make It Even Simpler

If you are tired:

Skip peeling carrots.

Use baby carrots instead.

Storage

• Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days.
• Freeze sliced ham in airtight bags up to 2 months.
• Reheat gently at 300°F covered with foil.

Calm Easter Hosting Tip

Do not add more dishes.

Ham + potatoes + carrots is enough.

Bread and butter if you must.

You are allowed to keep Easter simple.

With love & wildflowers,

Foxglove and Flour

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