{"id":312,"date":"2026-06-19T18:38:36","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T18:38:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=312"},"modified":"2026-06-20T07:15:36","modified_gmt":"2026-06-20T07:15:36","slug":"crownfire-honey-glazed-ham","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=312","title":{"rendered":"Crownfire Honey Glazed Ham"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crownfire Honey Glazed Ham \u2728\ud83d\udc09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clan: Gold Dragon \u2728<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Category: Celebration Feasts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crownfire Honey Glazed Ham<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the bells of Crownfire City ring out to announce a royal celebration, grand feasting tables stretch the length of the banquet halls. At the centre of many of these feasts stands a magnificent Honey Glazed Ham, lacquered with golden honey, mustard, and spices until it gleams like dragon gold. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough for the grandest occasion, this feast is a cornerstone of Gold Dragon hospitality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You&#8217;ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Perfect celebration centrepiece<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beautiful sweet and savoury glaze<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feeds a crowd<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great hot or cold<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent leftovers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prep Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">20 Minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cook Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2 Hours 30 Minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">10\u201312<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Ham<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2.5kg gammon joint<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 onion, quartered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 carrots, roughly chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 bay leaves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10 black peppercorns<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Crownfire Glaze<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4 tbsp honey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp wholegrain mustard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp brown sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp orange juice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Optional Decoration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Whole cloves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Orange slices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh rosemary sprigs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1 \u2013 Prepare the Feast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Place the gammon into a large stock pot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the onion, carrots, bay leaves, and peppercorns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cover with cold water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bring to a gentle simmer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2 \u2013 Cook the Ham<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simmer for approximately 2 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remove any foam that rises to the surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ham should be tender but still hold its shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3 \u2013 Prepare for the Glaze<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remove the ham from the stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allow to cool slightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Carefully remove the skin while leaving a layer of fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Score the fat in a diamond pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4 \u2013 Create the Crownfire Glaze<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mix together the honey, mustard, brown sugar, orange juice, and cinnamon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brush generously over the scored fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stud with cloves if using.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5 \u2013 Roast to Perfection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preheat the oven to 200\u00b0C (180\u00b0C fan).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roast the ham for 25\u201330 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Baste several times during cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The glaze should become sticky and golden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6 \u2013 Rest the Treasure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allow the ham to rest for 15 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7 \u2013 Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Slice and serve warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alternatively, allow to cool completely for buffets and cold platters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc09 Dragon&#8217;s Tip<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Save the cooking liquor for soups, stocks, or slow-cooked beans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Adventurer&#8217;s Notes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf4a Royal Citrus Upgrade<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add orange zest to the glaze for extra brightness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc51 King&#8217;s Banquet<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve alongside roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and rich gravy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf6f Golden Hoard Edition<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mix maple syrup with the honey for a deeper glaze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83e\udd42 Festival Feast<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perfect for Christmas, New Year, weddings, and large family gatherings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcb0 Market Day Saver<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leftovers make incredible sandwiches, pies, and breakfast hash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2728 Celebration Secret<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Glaze the ham twice during roasting for a stunning lacquered finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcdc Lore of the Hoard<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Golden Dragons believe prosperity should be shared, and no feast demonstrates this more than the Crownfire Honey Glazed Ham. During royal festivals, entire halls are filled with the aroma of honey and spice as enormous hams roast slowly over open fires. Legend says the first Golden Dragon king ordered a feast so grand that its scent drifted across the kingdom, drawing travellers from every corner of the realm to celebrate together. \u2728\ud83d\udc09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When the bells of Crownfire City ring out to announce a royal celebration, grand feasting tables stretch the length of the banquet halls. At the centre of many of these feasts stands a magnificent Honey Glazed Ham, lacquered with golden honey, mustard, and spices until it gleams like dragon gold. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough for the grandest occasion, this feast is a cornerstone of Gold Dragon hospitality.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-312","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-gold-dragon-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/312","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=312"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/312\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":463,"href":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/312\/revisions\/463"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=312"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=312"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=312"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}