Did you know ham has been around for thousands of years? Ancient Romans loved it. They cured it with salt and air. They probably didn’t use thermometers. They just guessed. And they were fine. We have thermometers. We can do better.
How Long to Cook Precooked Ham: Perfect Timing Guide
Funny detail: the word “ham” comes from Old English “hamm,” meaning the bend of the knee. So you’re eating a pig’s butt-thigh area. Classy. But also delicious. Don’t overthink it.
Why a 10-Pound Ham Is the Perfect Beast
Ten pounds feeds about 20 people. It’s the Goldilocks of hams. Not too big, not too small. It fits in most ovens. It doesn’t take all day. And leftovers? Oh, the leftovers. You’ll make ham sandwiches, ham soup, ham-and-egg breakfasts. You’ll be eating ham for a week. You’ll love it. Then you’ll hate it. Then you’ll crave it again.
One more quirk: a 10-pound ham is almost always a shank or butt portion. The shank is leaner and prettier. The butt is fattier and juicier. Which one do you have? Check the label. Then pat yourself on the back. You’re now a ham connoisseur.
