Ham 101 The basics you need to know for a holiday dinner.

 

 

Ham is one of the leanest cuts of pork. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture,

a 3.4 ounce (100 grams) serving of roasted extra-lean ham has about 145 calories,

 5.5 grams of fat, 21 grams of protein and 53 milligrams of cholesterol.

Ham contains a significant amount of vitamins B-1 and B-12.

 

 

What type of ham are you looking for?

 

Here is a glossary of the key terms when it comes to ham:

• Fully Cooked Ham: ready to eat without further cooking. It has previously been cooked to an internal temperature of 147° F.
• Partially Cooked Ham: heated to 137° F , this ham will still require additional cooking.
• Boiled Ham: boned, cured and cooked with no further cooking required.
• Uncooked Ham: requires full cooking.
• Sliced Spiral Ham: a pre-cooked ham with a continuous cut around the meat, it has evenly thick slices and is very convenient.
• Bone-In Ham: Allow 2 to 3 servings per pound.
• Boneless Ham: Serves 4 to 5 per pound.
• Semi-Boneless Ham: Provides 3 to 4 servings per pound.

If you purchase a ham that has not been pre-glazed, jazz it up!

 

Create an easy and tasty ham glaze to enhance the flavor.

 

Mix equal amounts (approx. 1/4 cup, depending on size of ham)

of prepared mustard and brown sugar.

 

Spread mixture over ham surface for the final 30 minutes of cooking

 

Mix 1 cup of raspberry preserve (or cherry, apricot, etc)
with 1/2 cup of honey. Mix until well blended

and brush on ham during the last 15 to 30 minutes of baking.

 

Published 04/04/07