Because it’s forgiving. You can’t really screw up a pre-cooked ham. It’s already safe to eat. You are just adding warmth and flavor.
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It’s also a social flex. You bring a glazed ham to a potluck, everyone thinks you slaved for hours. You just followed a timer. Play it cool. Wink mysteriously.
Plus, leftover ham is the gift that keeps giving. Ham sandwiches. Ham omelets. Ham fried rice. Ham soup. You become a ham philanthropist.
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Quick guide for your phone: Whole ham: 12-15 min/lb at 325°F. Ham slice: 6 min in skillet. Slow cooker: 4 hours on low.
Internal temp target: 140°F. Always. Write it on your hand. Tattoo it on your brain. This is the only number that matters.
And remember: If you overheat it, just douse it in gravy. Gravy hides a multitude of sins. It’s the confession booth of meats.
