Cherry-Glazed Ham

Directions

1. 1
   Place ham on a rack in a shallow baking pan.
2. 2
   Bake, uncovered, in a 325° F oven about 1-1/2 hours (or until thermometer registers 140° F).
3. 3
   Meanwhile, in a saucepan combine the cherry preserves, vinegar, corn syrup, and spices.
4. 4
   Cook and stir until boiling.
5. 5
   Reduce heat; simmer two minutes.
6. 6
   Stir in almonds.
7. 7
   Remove from heat.
8. 8
   Set aside 3/4 cup of the glaze.
9. 9
   About 15 minutes before the ham is done, spoon some of the remaining glaze over the ham, basting occasionally.
10. 10
    Remove from oven; place on a heated serving platter.
11. 11
    Stir the water into the reserved 3/4-cup glaze; heat and serve along with the ham.