Glazed Ham with Pineapple

1. Step 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°C.

Prepare the Glaze

1. Step 1

   In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and water.
2. Step 2

   Place over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
3. Step 3

   Remove from heat and set aside.

Prep the Ham

1. Step 1

   Place the ham in a deep baking dish.
2. Step 2

   Stick the cloves evenly across the surface of the ham for added flavor.
3. Step 3

   Brush the entire ham with the prepared cinnamon-sugar glaze.
4. Step 4

   Pour the pineapple syrup from the can into the baking dish to act as a flavorful cooking base.

Bake the Ham

1. Step 1

   Cover the ham loosely with aluminum foil to prevent it from drying out.
2. Step 2

   Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (392°F) for about 1 hour.

Add the Toppings

1. Step 1

   When there are 10 minutes remaining, remove the foil to allow the ham to brown.
2. Step 2

   Arrange the pineapple slices over the top of the ham.
3. Step 3

   Decorate each pineapple ring with a maraschino cherry in the center, securing it with a toothpick if needed.
4. Step 4

   Return to the oven for the final 10 minutes to let the toppings caramelize slightly.

Presentation

1. Step 1

   Transfer the ham to a serving platter.
2. Step 2

   Optional: Decorate the platter with fresh lettuce leaves around the edges for a colorful presentation.
3. Step 3

   Slice and serve warm with your favorite sides.