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How to Cook a Spiral Ham

Spiral ham is incredibly easy and perfect for serving on special occasions or for Christmas dinner.

Ingredients :

  • 1 spiral ham 8-10 pounds
  • glaze of your choice optional

Directions :

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F.
  • Remove packaging and if your ham has a small plastic disk on the underside of the bone, remove and discard the disk.
  • Place the ham in a shallow roasting pan, cut side down. Cover with foil*.
  • Bake the covered ham for 12-15 minutes per pound or until the ham reaches 140°F*.
  • If adding ham glaze, add it during the last 20 minutes of cooking. Brush the glaze on the ham and leave it uncovered to finish cooking.
  • Remove the ham from the oven and rest for at least 15 minutes before cutting. Spoon juices over the ham before serving if desired.