Oh, spiral-sliced hams are the lazy cook’s best friend—they come pre-sliced and look fancy with zero effort. But they also dry out faster because there’s more surface area. So, bake them covered and check the temp a little sooner.
How to Cook Pre-Cooked Ham: Perfect Results Every Time
For a spiral ham, stick to the low end of that 10-15 minutes per pound rule. A 7-pounder might only need 70-90 minutes. No one wants a dry spiral ham—that’s just sad colorful meat.
Here’s another curveball: you can actually reheat a pre-cooked ham in a slow cooker if you’re busy. Throw it in on low with a bit of broth, and 3-4 hours later you’ve got a party. But that’s a story for another day.
