How long boil ham?

- Remove the ham from its packaging and place ham fat-side up in a large stock pot.

- Fill the liquid measuring cup with water to the level indicated in the table.

- Add water and 2 cups Coca Cola to the pot. Cover the pot and place it over high heat.

- Allow the liquid to come to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain the gentlest simmer.

- Cook the ham until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the ham reads 140 degrees Fahrenheit. (The time to cook the ham will vary depending on its size.)

- Remove the pot from the burner, turn off the stovetop, and allow the ham to rest in the cooking water, covered, for 15 minutes.

- Remove the ham from the pot, place on cutting board and cover loosely with foil. Let the ham rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Boil Ham Cooking Times

| Ham Weight | Cooking Time |

| ----------- | ----------- |

| 1 pound | 15-20 minutes |

| 2 pounds | 25-30 minutes |

| 3 pounds | 45 minutes |

| 4 pounds | 1-1 1/2 hours |

| 5 pounds | 1 1/2 hours |

| 6 pounds | 1 3/4 hours |

| 7 pounds | 2 hours |

| 8 pounds | 2 1/2 hours |

| 9 pounds | 2 3/4 hours |

10 pounds | 3 hours |

Tips

- Choose a ham that is fully cooked and ready to eat. Ham is precooked and safe to eat as long as you reach 140°F, but I recommend cooking a little more to 145°F.

- Don’t overcook ham, or it will become dry or stringy.

- For best flavor, cook ham using a flavoring liquid. Popular options include water, pineapple juice, ginger ale, and apple juice.

- Add whole spices to the cooking water for extra flavor. I like to use cloves, cardamom, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and bay leaf.

- Add a little brown sugar to the cooking water for a glaze.

- Cover the ham with foil during the last 30 minutes of cooking to prevent the outside of the ham from drying out.

- Let the ham rest for 15-30 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more flavorful and moist ham.

- Serve the ham with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and sweet potato casserole.

- Leftover ham can be used in a variety of dishes, such as sandwiches, casseroles, and salads.