What is the best way to cut ham?

Table of Contents:

1. What is the best way to cut ham?
2. How do you thinly slice a ham at home?
3. What kind of knife do you use to cut ham?
4. How thick should ham be sliced?
5. Do I cook ham flat side down?
6. How long do you heat an 11 pound ham?
7. How long do you bake a ham per pound?

What is the best way to cut ham?

Step 1: With the ham on its side, cut around the bone with a paring knife to free the attached slices. Step 2: Switch to a carving knife and slice horizontally above the bone to remove the entire section. Step 3: Turn the ham to cut side down and slice down along the bone to remove the remaining meat.

How do you thinly slice a ham at home?

How to Thinly Slice Ham

1. Use a ham or brisket knife.
2. Make sure the knife is very sharp.
3. Cut against the meat grain for more tender slices.
4. Apply slight pressure and stroke backward and forward.
5. Look at the knife to make sure the cut is at the desired angle.

What kind of knife do you use to cut ham?

Chef's Knife

How thick should ham be sliced?

Ham should be sliced approximately 1/4 of an inch thick.

Do I cook ham flat side down?

Quarter and half hams should be cooked flat/face-side down. Whole hams should be cooked fat-side up. Cover pan tightly with aluminum foil. ... Remove ham from oven and let stand 20 to 30 minutes before serving.

How long do you heat an 11 pound ham?

Oven Method Place the ham on a rack in a roasting pan. Add water to the bottom of the pan and cover tightly with lid or foil. Bake at 325 F for 15 to 18 minutes per pound until a meat thermometer registers 140 F. Basting the ham as it heats will add to the moisture and overall flavor.

How long do you bake a ham per pound?

Put the ham, flat-side down, on a rack in a roasting pan. Pour 1/4 inch water into the bottom of the pan. Transfer to the oven and roast until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the ham registers 130 degrees F, about 2 hours, 30 minutes (about 15 minutes per pound).