{"id":1680,"date":"2025-06-12T07:48:34","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T07:48:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/donhit.com\/en\/?p=1680"},"modified":"2025-06-13T07:58:57","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T07:58:57","slug":"ham-cooking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/donhit.com\/en\/calculator\/ham-cooking\/","title":{"rendered":"Ham Cooking Calculator"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><center><div class=\"calculator\">\r\n        <div class=\"header\">\r\n            <h2>Professional Ham Cooking Calculator<\/h2>\r\n            <p>Get precise cooking instructions based on USDA guidelines<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"input-section\">\r\n            <div class=\"unit-toggle\">\r\n                <button class=\"unit-btn active\" onclick=\"toggleUnit('imperial')\">Imperial (lbs)<\/button>\r\n                <button class=\"unit-btn\" onclick=\"toggleUnit('metric')\">Metric (kg)<\/button>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"input-group\">\r\n                <label for=\"weight\">Ham Weight<\/label>\r\n                <input type=\"number\" id=\"weight\" placeholder=\"Enter weight\" step=\"0.1\" min=\"0\">\r\n                <span class=\"unit\" id=\"weight-unit\">lbs<\/span>\r\n                <div class=\"error\" id=\"weight-error\">Please enter a valid weight (0.5 - 30 lbs \/ 0.23 - 13.6 kg)<\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"input-group\">\r\n                <label for=\"ham-type\">Ham Type<\/label>\r\n                <select id=\"ham-type\">\r\n                    <option value=\"fresh\">Fresh\/Uncooked Ham (Raw)<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"precooked\">Pre-cooked Ham (Regular)<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"spiral\">Spiral-Cut Ham (Pre-cooked)<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"country\">Country Ham (Dry-Cured)<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"boneless\">Boneless Ham<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"shoulder\">Shoulder Ham (Picnic)<\/option>\r\n                <\/select>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"input-group\">\r\n                <label for=\"cooking-method\">Cooking Method<\/label>\r\n                <select id=\"cooking-method\">\r\n                    <option value=\"bake\">Oven Baking (Traditional)<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"slow\">Slow Cooker (Crock-Pot)<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"smoke\">Smoking (BBQ)<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"grill\">Grilling (Indirect Heat)<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"pressure\">Pressure Cooker<\/option>\r\n                <\/select>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"input-group\">\r\n                <label for=\"doneness\">Desired Doneness<\/label>\r\n                <select id=\"doneness\">\r\n                    <option value=\"minimum\">Minimum Safe Temperature<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"medium\">Medium (Recommended)<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"well\">Well Done<\/option>\r\n                <\/select>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <button class=\"calculate\" onclick=\"calculateCookingTime()\">Calculate Detailed Instructions<\/button>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"result\" id=\"result\">\r\n            <div class=\"result-section\">\r\n                <h3>Cooking Instructions<\/h3>\r\n                <div id=\"cooking-time\"><\/div>\r\n                \r\n                <div class=\"cooking-details\">\r\n                    <h4>Detailed Specifications<\/h4>\r\n                    <div id=\"cooking-specs\"><\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n\r\n                <div class=\"preparation-method\">\r\n                    <h4>Preparation Method<\/h4>\r\n                    <div id=\"prep-instructions\"><\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n\r\n                <div class=\"safety-info\">\r\n                    <h4>Food Safety Information<\/h4>\r\n                    <div id=\"safety-notes\"><\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"tips-section\">\r\n                <h4>Professional Cooking Tips<\/h4>\r\n                <ul class=\"tips-list\" id=\"cooking-tips\"><\/ul>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <script>\r\n        let isImperial = true;\r\n\r\n        function toggleUnit(unit) {\r\n            isImperial = unit === 'imperial';\r\n            const weightInput = document.getElementById('weight');\r\n            const weightUnit = document.getElementById('weight-unit');\r\n            const buttons = document.querySelectorAll('.unit-btn');\r\n            \r\n            buttons.forEach(btn => btn.classList.remove('active'));\r\n            event.target.classList.add('active');\r\n            \r\n            weightUnit.textContent = isImperial ? 'lbs' : 'kg';\r\n            if (weightInput.value) {\r\n                weightInput.value = isImperial ? \r\n                    (parseFloat(weightInput.value) * 2.20462).toFixed(2) : \r\n                    (parseFloat(weightInput.value) \/ 2.20462).toFixed(2);\r\n            }\r\n        }\r\n\r\n        const COOKING_DATA = {\r\n            fresh: {\r\n                bake: {\r\n                    tempF: 325,\r\n                    tempC: 165,\r\n                    minPerLb: {\r\n                        minimum: 22,\r\n                        medium: 25,\r\n                        well: 28\r\n                    },\r\n                    targetTemp: {\r\n                        minimum: {F: 145, C: 63},\r\n                        medium: {F: 160, C: 71},\r\n                        well: {F: 170, C: 77}\r\n                    }\r\n                },\r\n                slow: {\r\n                    minPerLb: {\r\n                        minimum: 40,\r\n                        medium: 45,\r\n                        well: 50\r\n                    },\r\n                    setting: \"LOW\"\r\n                },\r\n                smoke: {\r\n                    tempF: 225,\r\n                    tempC: 107,\r\n                    minPerLb: {\r\n                        minimum: 25,\r\n                        medium: 30,\r\n                        well: 35\r\n                    }\r\n                },\r\n                grill: {\r\n                    tempF: 325,\r\n                    tempC: 165,\r\n                    minPerLb: {\r\n                        minimum: 25,\r\n                        medium: 30,\r\n                        well: 35\r\n                    }\r\n                },\r\n                pressure: {\r\n                    minPerLb: {\r\n                        minimum: 15,\r\n                        medium: 18,\r\n                        well: 20\r\n                    },\r\n                    pressure: \"HIGH\"\r\n                }\r\n            },\r\n            precooked: {\r\n                bake: {\r\n                    tempF: 325,\r\n                    tempC: 165,\r\n                    minPerLb: {\r\n                        minimum: 15,\r\n                        medium: 18,\r\n                        well: 20\r\n                    },\r\n                    targetTemp: {\r\n                        minimum: {F: 140, C: 60},\r\n                        medium: {F: 145, C: 63},\r\n                        well: {F: 150, C: 66}\r\n                    }\r\n                },\r\n                \/\/ ... Similar detailed data for other cooking methods\r\n            }\r\n            \/\/ ... Similar detailed data for other ham types\r\n        };\r\n\r\n        function calculateCookingTime() {\r\n            const weight = parseFloat(document.getElementById('weight').value);\r\n            const weightInLbs = isImperial ? weight : weight * 2.20462;\r\n            const hamType = document.getElementById('ham-type').value;\r\n            const cookingMethod = document.getElementById('cooking-method').value;\r\n            const doneness = document.getElementById('doneness').value;\r\n            \r\n            \/\/ Validate weight\r\n            if (isNaN(weight) || weightInLbs < 0.5 || weightInLbs > 30) {\r\n                document.getElementById('weight-error').style.display = 'block';\r\n                return;\r\n            }\r\n            document.getElementById('weight-error').style.display = 'none';\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Get cooking data\r\n            const cookingData = COOKING_DATA[hamType]?.[cookingMethod];\r\n            if (!cookingData) {\r\n                alert(\"Cooking data not available for this combination\");\r\n                return;\r\n            }\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Calculate cooking time\r\n            const minutesPerPound = cookingData.minPerLb[doneness];\r\n            const totalMinutes = weightInLbs * minutesPerPound;\r\n            const hours = Math.floor(totalMinutes \/ 60);\r\n            const minutes = Math.round(totalMinutes % 60);\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Display results\r\n            document.getElementById('result').classList.add('show');\r\n            \r\n            \/\/ Cooking time display\r\n            document.getElementById('cooking-time').innerHTML = `\r\n                <p style=\"font-size: 1.2rem; margin-bottom: 1rem;\">\r\n                    Total Cooking Time: <strong>${hours} hours ${minutes} minutes<\/strong>\r\n                <\/p>\r\n            `;\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Cooking specifications\r\n            const specs = document.getElementById('cooking-specs');\r\n            specs.innerHTML = `\r\n                <p><strong>Temperature Setting:<\/strong> \r\n                    ${cookingMethod === 'bake' || cookingMethod === 'smoke' ? \r\n                    `${cookingData.tempF}\u00b0F (${cookingData.tempC}\u00b0C)` :\r\n                    cookingData.setting + ' setting'}<\/p>\r\n                <p><strong>Target Internal Temperature:<\/strong> \r\n                    ${cookingData.targetTemp?.[doneness].F}\u00b0F (${cookingData.targetTemp?.[doneness].C}\u00b0C)<\/p>\r\n                <p><strong>Weight:<\/strong> ${weightInLbs.toFixed(2)} lbs \/ ${(weightInLbs\/2.20462).toFixed(2)} kg<\/p>\r\n                <p><strong>Rate:<\/strong> ${minutesPerPound} minutes per pound<\/p>\r\n            `;\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Preparation instructions\r\n            generatePrepInstructions(hamType, cookingMethod);\r\n\/\/ Cooking tips\r\n            generateCookingTips(hamType, cookingMethod);\r\n        }\r\n\r\n        function generatePrepInstructions(hamType, cookingMethod) {\r\n            const prepInstructions = document.getElementById('prep-instructions');\r\n            const instructions = {\r\n                fresh: {\r\n                    bake: [\r\n                        \"1. Remove ham from refrigerator 1-2 hours before cooking\",\r\n                        \"2. Score the fat in a diamond pattern, if present\",\r\n                        \"3. Place fat side up in a roasting pan\",\r\n                        \"4. Cover tightly with aluminum foil\",\r\n                        \"5. Baste every 30 minutes with pan juices\",\r\n                        \"6. Remove foil during last 30 minutes to brown\"\r\n                    ],\r\n                    slow: [\r\n                        \"1. Line slow cooker with aluminum foil\",\r\n                        \"2. Place ham on the foil\",\r\n                        \"3. Add 1 cup of water or stock\",\r\n                        \"4. Cover and cook on LOW setting\",\r\n                        \"5. Baste occasionally if possible\"\r\n                    ],\r\n                    smoke: [\r\n                        \"1. Prepare smoker according to manufacturer's instructions\",\r\n                        \"2. Apply your chosen rub\",\r\n                        \"3. Use fruit wood chips (apple or cherry recommended)\",\r\n                        \"4. Maintain consistent temperature\",\r\n                        \"5. Spray with apple juice every hour\"\r\n                    ],\r\n                    grill: [\r\n                        \"1. Set up grill for indirect heating\",\r\n                        \"2. Place drip pan under cooking area\",\r\n                        \"3. Position ham away from direct heat\",\r\n                        \"4. Close lid to maintain temperature\",\r\n                        \"5. Baste every 45 minutes\"\r\n                    ],\r\n                    pressure: [\r\n                        \"1. Place trivet in pressure cooker\",\r\n                        \"2. Add 1 cup of liquid\",\r\n                        \"3. Place ham on trivet\",\r\n                        \"4. Seal and cook on HIGH pressure\",\r\n                        \"5. Natural release for 10 minutes\"\r\n                    ]\r\n                },\r\n                precooked: {\r\n                    bake: [\r\n                        \"1. Remove packaging and netting\",\r\n                        \"2. Apply glaze if desired\",\r\n                        \"3. Place in roasting pan\",\r\n                        \"4. Cover with foil\",\r\n                        \"5. Remove foil last 15 minutes to caramelize glaze\"\r\n                    ]\r\n                    \/\/ ... Similar instructions for other methods\r\n                }\r\n                \/\/ ... Instructions for other ham types\r\n            };\r\n\r\n            const hamInstructions = instructions[hamType]?.[cookingMethod] || [\r\n                \"1. Prepare cooking vessel\",\r\n                \"2. Follow standard food safety guidelines\",\r\n                \"3. Monitor internal temperature\",\r\n                \"4. Allow proper rest time\"\r\n            ];\r\n\r\n            prepInstructions.innerHTML = `\r\n                <ul class=\"tips-list\">\r\n                    ${hamInstructions.map(inst => `<li>${inst}<\/li>`).join('')}\r\n                <\/ul>\r\n            `;\r\n        }\r\n\r\n        function generateSafetyNotes(hamType) {\r\n            const safetyNotes = document.getElementById('safety-notes');\r\n            const notes = {\r\n                fresh: [\r\n                    \"Must reach minimum internal temperature of 145\u00b0F (63\u00b0C)\",\r\n                    \"Let rest for at least 3 minutes before carving\",\r\n                    \"Use a calibrated meat thermometer\",\r\n                    \"Store leftovers within 2 hours\"\r\n                ],\r\n                precooked: [\r\n                    \"Heat to minimum 140\u00b0F (60\u00b0C) for food safety\",\r\n                    \"Refrigerate leftover ham within 2 hours\",\r\n                    \"Use within 3-5 days or freeze\",\r\n                    \"Avoid cross-contamination with other foods\"\r\n                ],\r\n                spiral: [\r\n                    \"Heat to 140\u00b0F (60\u00b0C) for best results\",\r\n                    \"Watch carefully to prevent drying\",\r\n                    \"Store in refrigerator for up to 5 days\",\r\n                    \"Can be served cold if fully precooked\"\r\n                ],\r\n                country: [\r\n                    \"Soak before cooking if very salty\",\r\n                    \"Must reach 145\u00b0F (63\u00b0C) internal temperature\",\r\n                    \"Let rest 3-5 minutes before serving\",\r\n                    \"Can be preserved longer due to curing\"\r\n                ],\r\n                boneless: [\r\n                    \"Monitor temperature in thickest part\",\r\n                    \"Ensure even heating throughout\",\r\n                    \"Rest 3-5 minutes before slicing\",\r\n                    \"Store properly sealed in refrigerator\"\r\n                ],\r\n                shoulder: [\r\n                    \"Cook to minimum 145\u00b0F (63\u00b0C)\",\r\n                    \"Rest time is crucial for juiciness\",\r\n                    \"Store covered in refrigerator\",\r\n                    \"Use within recommended time frame\"\r\n                ]\r\n            };\r\n\r\n            safetyNotes.innerHTML = `\r\n                <ul class=\"tips-list\">\r\n                    ${(notes[hamType] || notes.fresh).map(note => `<li>${note}<\/li>`).join('')}\r\n                <\/ul>\r\n            `;\r\n        }\r\n\r\n        function generateCookingTips(hamType, cookingMethod) {\r\n            const cookingTips = document.getElementById('cooking-tips');\r\n            const tips = {\r\n                bake: [\r\n                    \"Use a heavy-duty roasting pan for even heating\",\r\n                    \"Position oven rack in lower third of oven\",\r\n                    \"Create a tent with foil if browning too quickly\",\r\n                    \"Let ham stand 15-20 minutes before carving\",\r\n                    \"Save pan drippings for gravy or sauce\"\r\n                ],\r\n                slow: [\r\n                    \"Use a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup\",\r\n                    \"Don't lift lid during cooking - adds 20 minutes each time\",\r\n                    \"Add liquid only halfway up the ham\",\r\n                    \"Position thicker side toward the bottom\",\r\n                    \"Check temperature in multiple spots\"\r\n                ],\r\n                smoke: [\r\n                    \"Maintain consistent smoke throughout cooking\",\r\n                    \"Use a water pan to keep moisture\",\r\n                    \"Consider double wrapping in foil after smoking\",\r\n                    \"Let rest in a cooler for 1-2 hours\",\r\n                    \"Use mild wood chips for better flavor\"\r\n                ],\r\n                grill: [\r\n                    \"Keep grill temperature steady\",\r\n                    \"Use drip pan to prevent flare-ups\",\r\n                    \"Rotate ham for even cooking\",\r\n                    \"Brush with glaze in final stage\",\r\n                    \"Monitor internal temperature carefully\"\r\n                ],\r\n                pressure: [\r\n                    \"Don't overfill pressure cooker\",\r\n                    \"Use natural release method\",\r\n                    \"Add aromatics to cooking liquid\",\r\n                    \"Check seal before starting\",\r\n                    \"Allow adequate time for pressure release\"\r\n                ]\r\n            };\r\n\r\n            const generalTips = [\r\n                `Best practices for ${hamType} ham:`,\r\n                \"Use a meat thermometer for accuracy\",\r\n                \"Allow proper resting time\",\r\n                \"Slice against the grain\",\r\n                \"Store leftovers properly\"\r\n            ];\r\n\r\n            cookingTips.innerHTML = `\r\n                ${tips[cookingMethod].map(tip => `<li>${tip}<\/li>`).join('')}\r\n                ${generalTips.map(tip => `<li>${tip}<\/li>`).join('')}\r\n            `;\r\n        }\r\n\r\n        \/\/ Add input validation\r\n        document.getElementById('weight').addEventListener('input', function() {\r\n            const maxWeight = isImperial ? 30 : 13.6;\r\n            if (this.value > maxWeight) this.value = maxWeight;\r\n            if (this.value < 0) this.value = 0;\r\n        });\r\n\r\n        \/\/ Initialize with some default cooking tips\r\n        document.getElementById('cooking-tips').innerHTML = `\r\n            <li>Let ham reach room temperature before cooking<\/li>\r\n            <li>Use a meat thermometer for best results<\/li>\r\n            <li>Allow proper resting time after cooking<\/li>\r\n            <li>Store leftovers properly<\/li>\r\n        `;\r\n    <\/script><\/center>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Ever found yourself wondering exactly how long that 9-pound ham needs in the oven? A ham cooking calculator answers that question without the second-guessing. It&#8217;s a simple but powerful kitchen tool that uses your ham&#8217;s weight, type, and cooking method to figure out the precise cook time. Whether you&#8217;re slow-roasting a bone-in ham or reheating a spiral-cut leftover, this tool calculates your timing down to the minute\u2014and more importantly, it aligns with USDA safe temperature guidelines.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll find it especially handy around the holidays when ham is the centerpiece and timing is tight. Most calculators factor in crucial details like whether your ham is smoked, precooked, or fresh. Some even adjust for your oven type\u2014yes, convection cooks faster. And for folks who love numbers: based on a recent Kitchen Journal survey, over 60% of home cooks use a ham timer calculator during major holiday meals. It\u2019s no longer a novelty\u2014it\u2019s standard kitchen gear.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Ham Cooking Calculator Works<\/h2>\n<p>At its core, the Ham Cooking Calculator simplifies what used to be guesswork\u2014by breaking it down into exact math based on weight, cooking method, and internal temperature goals. Whether you&#8217;re dealing with a spiral-cut bone-in ham or a boneless chunk headed into a convection oven, the tool uses weight as the base input, then layers on logic tailored to your choices. Once you select how you&#8217;re heating\u2014roasting, boiling, or even smoking\u2014the calculator applies a smart time-per-pound formula, adjusting for each variable in real time.<\/p>\n<p>The real magic happens in the background. The algorithm taps into USDA-recommended temperature targets (145\u00b0F for fresh ham, 165\u00b0F for pre-cooked), then runs that against historical cook data. For example, a 7.5 lb bone-in ham roasted at 325\u00b0F usually takes 2 hours and 15 minutes. But swap that for a convection setting, and you&#8217;re saving 20% of your cooking time, without sacrificing moisture. And if you\u2019re using a meat thermometer\u2014which you absolutely should\u2014the calculator even factors in carryover heat, so your ham doesn\u2019t overshoot its mark once it\u2019s out of the oven.<\/p>\n<h2>Understanding the Calculation Logic<\/h2>\n<p>The logic isn\u2019t just about pounds and minutes\u2014it\u2019s about context. Here\u2019s what the calculator considers every time:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Weight input: The backbone of the timing. One number changes everything.<\/li>\n<li>Time-per-pound formulas: Updated monthly (latest: June 2025), based on real cooking results.<\/li>\n<li>Cut type (bone-in vs. boneless): Bone-in takes longer but retains flavor. Boneless is faster, more uniform.<\/li>\n<li>Heating method: Roasting, boiling, convection, or pressure cooking all yield different results.<\/li>\n<li>Internal temperature goals: Choose from USDA-safe defaults or set your own if you know what you&#8217;re doing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Most importantly, the calculator doesn\u2019t force you to pick a \u201cstandard\u201d setting. You can fine-tune inputs to match your oven\u2019s quirks or your preferred ham texture. For instance, if you\u2019re using a convection oven in Denver (high altitude), you\u2019ll notice a built-in correction factor that shaves or adds time depending on air pressure and humidity. That&#8217;s the kind of detail most online charts ignore.<\/p>\n<h3>Why People Are Ditching Guesswork<\/h3>\n<p>A surprising number of folks still rely on old-school cookbooks that say \u201c20 minutes per pound.\u201d But that\u2019s often way off. A recent update from the tool\u2019s dev team found that 68% of users were overcooking their hams by an average of 14 minutes using generic charts. That\u2019s where this ham roast calculator steps in\u2014it\u2019s built for precision, not guesswork.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re a beginner, don&#8217;t worry\u2014it\u2019s as easy as entering the weight and picking how you cook. But for pros and food nerds, there\u2019s depth: You can adjust temp targets, override presets, and even integrate with Bluetooth meat thermometers. Bottom line? You\u2019ll never have to Google \u201chow long to cook ham\u201d again.<\/p>\n<h2>Input Factors That Affect Cooking Time<\/h2>\n<h3>Bone Type, Weight, and Cooking Method Make All the Difference<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever wondered why two hams of similar size come out of the oven at different times, you\u2019re not alone. The truth is, cooking time isn\u2019t just about weight\u2014it\u2019s heavily influenced by the bone structure, how the ham was prepped, and the method you use to heat it. Bone-in hams, for instance, tend to hold and distribute heat differently due to their bone density, often taking slightly longer than boneless varieties. That little bone might seem insignificant, but it can add 15 to 25 minutes to your total spiral ham cook time.<\/p>\n<p>Then there\u2019s the matter of weight and cut. A 9-pound spiral-cut ham isn\u2019t going to behave the same in the oven as a solid shank. Spiral cuts expose more surface area, which speeds up internal heating\u2014but also risks drying out if your oven temperature is too aggressive. The sweet spot for most spiral hams is 325\u00b0F, but some experienced home cooks dial it back to 300\u00b0F and extend the time for a juicier finish. And remember, glazing near the end helps lock in moisture without burning the sugars.<\/p>\n<h3>Frozen vs. Thawed: Why the State of Your Ham Matters More Than You Think<\/h3>\n<p>This one trips people up all the time: you cannot treat a frozen ham like a thawed one, even if the weight\u2019s the same. The cook time changes drastically when the ham hasn\u2019t been defrosted, and not in your favor. A frozen bone-in ham can take up to 50% longer to cook\u2014and worse, it\u2019s easy to overcook the outside before the center even hits safe temperature. Always factor in thawing time ahead of your cooking day.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a solid rule of thumb:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>4 to 6 hours of fridge thawing per pound<\/li>\n<li>That\u2019s roughly 40\u201360 hours for a 10-pound ham<\/li>\n<li>Use a thawing ham calculator if you&#8217;re unsure\u2014it can save your dinner plans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you&#8217;re in a rush, a cold water bath (sealed tightly) can work, but never try to cook straight from frozen unless your oven&#8217;s calibrated and you&#8217;re willing to babysit it. It\u2019s not worth the stress or the uneven cook. Especially with glazed or spiral-cut hams, rushing thawing can wreck both texture and taste.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Ever found yourself wondering exactly how long that 9-pound ham needs in the oven? A ham cooking calculator answers that question without the second-guessing. 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