Roasted Ham Shank

This Roasted Ham Shank Recipe is a great way to make a boneless ham hock from the grocery store. With only 4 ingredients, you will not get a better ham with such a simple glaze.

Types of Ham

You’ll find several traditional types of ham that work perfectly for a sweet ham roast at big family dinners.
To begin with, country ham leans salty and dry, making it ideal for those who love bold flavor. Be sure to cook it fully before serving.

Next, smoked ham starts as a cured ham that’s then smoked, giving it a savory, smoky taste and a tender texture. This is the same type used to make Black Forest ham.

In contrast, fresh ham isn’t cured at all. It’s an excellent choice for slow cooking because it stays juicy and flavorful.

Finally, city ham makes weeknight meals simple. Since it’s already cured and fully cooked, you only need to heat it for a few minutes before it’s ready to enjoy.

What You’ll Love About This Recipe

Overall, with this simple ham recipe for a Roasted Ham Shank, you can enjoy a good ham with a sweet glaze, with a little bit of a tangy kick, with only pantry ingredients. This whole ham is a great Sunday dinner since it roasts in the oven and is done in an hour or less. 

Make this ham for any special occasion and enjoy a hearty dinner with leftover ham for the next day. We love to serve this baked ham shank on Christmas or for a scrumptious Easter dinner.

Key Ingredients

• Get a fully cooked ham shank from the meat section at the grocery store. They are normally around 5-6 lbs and will work great for roasting. 
• All you need to make a delicious glaze for a sweet and tangy ham is yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar. 
• You can also add any warm spices you like, such as ground cloves, black pepper, or garlic cloves.

Equipment Needed

For this recipe, you only need a few simple kitchen tools. We recommend using the following equipment:

• Roasting Pan
• Whisk
• Aluminum Foil

How to Roast Ham Shank

1. Preheat oven to 325°F and line a roasting pan with foil.
2. Place the ham fat side up in the pan. Mix mustards and brown sugar, then rub all over the ham.
3. Pour 1 cup of water into the pan, cover the ham loosely with foil, and roast for 1 hour 10 minutes (about 12 minutes per pound).
4. With 30 minutes left, remove foil, baste with pan juices, raise oven temp to 425°F, and roast uncovered.
5. Let ham rest 15–20 minutes before carving.

Storing Tips

Place any leftovers of this cooked ham in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. 

Serving Suggestions

We recommend serving this recipe with our Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes, Oven Baked Green Beans, or our Mom’s Sweet Potatoes. You can find more classic American recipes here.

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