Roasted Ham with Cabbage
Prep
20 mins
Cook
45 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just over an hour and practically cooks itself. A beautiful ham steak roasts alongside cabbage, carrots, and parsnips in a tangy maple mustard glaze that makes your whole kitchen smell amazing. I love how the cabbage becomes tender and slightly caramelized, and it's packed with fiber and vitamin C to boot. Everything goes on one pan, so cleanup is minimal, and the whole meal costs just a few dollars to make. It's comfort food that feels fancy without any fussy techniques.
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Ingredients
- ¾ kgham steak(about 1 inch thick)
- 1 headgreen cabbage(cut into 8 wedges)
- 3 mediumcarrots(cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 2 mediumparsnips(cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 237 mlapple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoonswhole grain mustard
- 2 tablespoonsmaple syrup
- 4 sprigsfresh thyme
- 4garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 teaspoonkosher salt
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, mustard, maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the glaze.
Tip: Make the glaze ahead of time for easier assembly.
- 2
Arrange the cabbage wedges and root vegetables on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to coat.
Tip: Keep vegetables in a single layer for even roasting.
- 3
Place the ham steak in the center of the baking sheet among the vegetables. Brush the ham generously with the prepared glaze on both sides.
Tip: Pat the ham dry with paper towels first so the glaze adheres better.
- 4
Scatter the fresh thyme sprigs around the pan and drizzle remaining olive oil over all ingredients.
Tip: Fresh thyme adds an earthy aroma and complements both the ham and cabbage.
- 5
Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring the vegetables halfway through cooking.
Tip: The vegetables should be tender and slightly caramelized at the edges.
- 6
After 30 minutes, brush the ham with additional glaze and return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes until the ham is heated through and slightly caramelized.
Tip: The internal temperature of ham should reach 145°F if using fresh ham, though pre-cooked ham only needs heating.
- 7
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle any pan juices over the top.
Tip: The resting period allows juices to redistribute for more tender meat.
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