How Long Bake a Precooked Ham
Oh, absolutely. Cover that ham loosely with foil for the first hour. It keeps the moisture in, like a cozy blanket for pork. Nobody likes a dry ham, right? Right.
Then, uncover it for the last 20 to 30 minutes. This is when you can get fancy. Brush on a glaze—brown sugar, honey, mustard, whatever floats your boat. Crank up the heat to 400°F if you want a sticky, caramelized crust. Your kitchen will smell like a bakery and a pig farm had a beautiful baby.
What about that “ham in a bag” situation?
You know the one—pouch with a plastic bag inside? Read the package. Always read the package first. Some of those are fully cooked and just need a quick oven stint. Others say “heat and serve” and you’re done in 30 minutes flat.
But here’s the thing: if the bag says “oven bag,” don’t toss it. Poke a few holes in it. That steam does work. Your ham stays moist, and you look like a genius.