Roasted Ham with Bell Pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a large roasting pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

   Tip: Having everything ready before you start makes the cooking process smooth and efficient.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, chopped thyme, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

   Tip: This glaze can be made up to 2 hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

3. 3

   Pat the ham steaks dry with paper towels and arrange them on one side of the roasting pan.

   Tip: Dry surfaces help the ham caramelize better during roasting.

4. 4

   Toss the bell pepper chunks and red onion wedges with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then arrange them around the ham steaks on the pan.

   Tip: Don't crowd the vegetables; they cook better with some space between pieces.

5. 5

   Brush the honey-mustard glaze generously over both sides of the ham steaks using a pastry brush.

   Tip: Reserve a little glaze to brush halfway through cooking for extra flavor.

6. 6

   Roast in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until the ham develops a light caramelized crust.

   Tip: The ham is already cooked, so you're mainly heating it through and creating color.

7. 7

   Stir the roasted vegetables and brush any remaining glaze on the ham steaks, then return to the oven for 12-15 minutes until peppers are tender with charred edges.

   Tip: The vegetables should be soft but still maintain some texture.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and let rest for 3-4 minutes before serving directly from the pan.

   Tip: This brief rest allows the glaze to set and flavors to meld together.