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A baked Easter ham dinner recipe presented beautifully on a platter.

Ultimate Easter Ham Dinner with Nine Show-Stopping Sides

Prepare a spectacular Easter feast with a succulent glazed ham and nine incredible side dishes. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for a complete holiday meal that will impress your guests.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 800
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ham:
  • 1 (7-9 lb) pre-cooked, spiral-cut ham
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • Whole cloves optional, for studding
For the 9 Ultimate Sides (Specific ingredients for each side will vary, but general categories include):
  • Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, butter, milk, garlic, salt, pepper.
  • Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Asparagus spears, olive oil, lemon zest, salt, pepper.
  • Honey Glazed Carrots Carrots, butter, honey, cinnamon.
  • Scalloped Potatoes Thinly sliced potatoes (e.g., Yukon Gold), cheese sauce (milk, flour, butter, sharp cheddar cheese, nutmeg, salt, pepper).
  • Homemade Green Bean Casserole Fresh green beans, fresh mushrooms, onion, butter, flour, chicken broth, heavy cream, crispy fried shallots, salt, pepper.
  • Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping Sweet potatoes, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, eggs, vanilla extract, pecans, flour, granulated sugar for topping.
  • Dinner Rolls Store-bought or homemade dinner rolls.
  • Spring Salad with Vinaigrette Mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, pepper.
  • Deviled Eggs Hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, salt, pepper, paprika for garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • Roasting pan
  • Foil
  • Baking dish
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Gravy boat (optional)

Method
 

Preparing Your Ham:
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and score the ham in a diamond pattern if it is not spiral-cut, optionally inserting whole cloves.
  2. Combine brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and honey or maple syrup in a saucepan and simmer until slightly thickened to make the glaze.
  3. Place the ham in a roasting pan with water or apple juice, cover loosely with foil, and roast for 10-12 minutes per pound until it reaches 130°F (54°C).
  4. During the last 30-45 minutes, remove the foil and brush the ham generously with glaze every 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).
  5. Remove the ham from the oven, tent loosely with foil, and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.
Preparing Your 9 Ultimate Sides (Start preparing these while the ham is in the oven, or make some the day before):
  1. Boil and mash peeled potatoes with warm milk, butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until creamy and smooth; keep warm.
  2. Toss asparagus with olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and pepper, then roast at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes until tender-crisp.
  3. Boil or steam carrots until tender, then toss with melted butter, honey, and cinnamon.
  4. Layer thinly sliced potatoes in a baking dish, pour a cheese sauce made from butter, flour, milk, and sharp cheddar over them, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45-60 minutes.
  5. Steam green beans, sauté mushrooms and onions, then combine with a homemade cream sauce and bake until bubbly and golden at 350°F (175°C) for 20-30 minutes.
  6. Mash cooked sweet potatoes with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, eggs, and vanilla; spread into a baking dish and top with a pecan, flour, brown sugar, and butter mixture, then bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Bake or warm dinner rolls according to package directions.
  8. Combine mixed greens, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes for the salad; whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper for the vinaigrette; toss dressing with salad just before serving.
  9. Halve hard-boiled eggs, mash yolks with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, salt, and pepper, then spoon back into whites and garnish with paprika.
To Serve:
  1. Carve the rested ham and arrange it on a platter, surrounded by the nine side dishes.

Notes

For optimal flavor, you can prepare some of the side dishes, such as the mashed potatoes or scalloped potatoes, a day in advance and reheat them before serving. Adjust seasoning to taste for all dishes. Remember to save any pan drippings from the ham to make a delicious gravy!