Roasted Ham with Radish and Herb Glaze

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 425°F. Pat the ham steaks dry with paper towels and arrange on a large baking sheet.

   Tip: Drying the ham helps it develop a better crust when roasted.

2. 2

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

   Tip: Make the glaze while the oven preheats for efficiency.

3. 3

   Toss the halved radishes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and arrange them around the ham steaks on the baking sheet.

   Tip: Spreading radishes around the ham allows them to roast evenly and absorb the ham's savory juices.

4. 4

   Brush the glaze generously over both sides of the ham steaks, reserving about 1 tablespoon for later.

   Tip: Don't be shy with the glaze; it caramelizes beautifully during roasting.

5. 5

   Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring the radishes halfway through cooking, until the ham is caramelized and the radishes are tender and golden brown.

   Tip: The edges of the ham should begin to brown slightly and the glaze should be bubbly.

6. 6

   Remove from the oven and drizzle the remaining glaze over the ham and radishes. Dot with butter and let rest for 3 minutes.

   Tip: This resting period allows the butter to melt and create a silky sauce.

7. 7

   Transfer the ham and radishes to a serving platter, scraping any caramelized bits from the pan and drizzling them over the dish.

   Tip: These browned bits add depth of flavor to the final dish.

8. 8

   Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately while hot.

   Tip: Fresh herbs brighten the rich flavors of the roasted ham and radishes.