DOUBLE-APRICOT GLAZED HAM

By Vanetta

Ingredients

• I cup dried apricots (6 oz.)
• 1 cup Chicken Broth r
• 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
• 6-8-lb. fully cooked whole boneless ham*
• 2 tbsp. butter or margarine
• 1 cup finely chopped shallots
• 2 jars (12 oz. each) apricot preserves (about 2 cups)
• 1 cup Dijon mustard
• 2 tsp. grated orange rind

Preparation

Step 1

Place apricots and broth in microwave-safe measuring cup. Microwave on HIGH for 2 min. Let cool. Remove apricots and cut into strips. Reserve broth. Mix apricots, sugar and XA cup reserved broth.
Place ham in roasting pan. Bake at 325°T. for2hr. or until thermometer registers 140°F. (allow 15 min. per pound). Top with apricot mixture during last 30 min. of baking, basting frequently with pan drippings.
Heat butter in skillet. Add shallots and cook until tender. Add apricot preserves, mustard, orange rind and remaining broth. Heat to a boil. Cook over low heat 10 min. or until slightly thickened.
Slice ham and serve with apricot sauce