Absolutely! A slow cooker is the laziest, most brilliant method. Plop the ham in, add a cup of apple juice or cola (yes, cola—trust me), and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours. If you want that shiny crust, broil it for 3 minutes after. Or, for a weeknight miracle, slice it thin and sear slices in a hot skillet for 60 seconds per side—crispy edges, juicy center, done in under 5 minutes.
Even a microwave works: cover slices with a damp paper towel, nuke on medium for 2 minutes per pound. No shame in that game.
A Step-By-Step Guide To Baking A Smithfield Fully Cooked Ham | ShunGrill
What About Leftovers? (Because There Will Be Leftovers)
A fully cooked ham is a gift that keeps giving. Dice it for omelets, throw it into mac and cheese, or layer it on sandwiches with pickles and Swiss. You can even freeze cubes for emergency soup or fried rice—future you will high-five present you.
Best trick? Save the bone! It makes the most incredible split pea or lentil soup. One ham, endless possibilities—you’ve basically unlocked a week of gourmet meals.
