Roast ham is a timeless classic that never goes out of style. Whether you’re planning a holiday feast or a Sunday dinner, this perfect and simple roast ham can be the star of the show. In this simple guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to create a delicious roast ham that will have your guests coming back for seconds.
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Simple Roast Ham
Pork Smoked Ham Roast
1. Preheat oven to 325-350°F depending on your oven; the goal is to warm the roast thoroughly without drying it out, so lower temps are best.
2. Place ham cut-side down in a baking dish or shallow roasting pan. Optionally, add a small amount of water to prevent scorching. Cover with foil.
3. Bake for approx. 20 minutes per pound, or until heated through. If glazing, pull ham from oven about 30 minutes from expected end time.
4. If you’re so inclined, you can absolutely glaze your ham – though our smoked hams are so flavorful that it’s entirely optional. But if you do opt to glaze your roast, add the glaze during the final 15-20 minutes of cooking to avoid any burning. Remove foil, and before adding the glaze, remove any remaining water (if you added it to the pan) and brush ham with the glaze. Return ham to oven.
5. Pull ham from oven when internal temperature reaches 140-150°F, then allow to rest for 10 minutes before carving.