Brushing a glaze on ham before and during cooking builds a flavorful, lightly caramelized crust. The mixture you use — often a blend of sugar, spices, and something liquid like cider, stock, wine, ...

1. In a soup pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the butter and when it is foaming, add the onion, garlic, thyme sprigs, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, for 5 ...