How long to thaw a precooked spiral cut ham?

The recommended thawing times for a pre-cooked spiral-cut ham are as follows:

Refrigerator Thawing:

Size | Thawing Time (in days)

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

Up to 5 pounds | 2 to 3 days

6 to 10 pounds | 3 to 4 days

11 to 15 pounds | 4 to 5 days

Over 15 pounds | 5 to 7 days

Cold Water Thawing:

If you need to thaw the ham more quickly, you can use the cold water thawing method. Place the ham in a large, clean sink or container filled with cold water. Cover the ham completely and make sure the water level stays constant. Change the water every 30 minutes to ensure that it stays cold. Using the cold water thawing method:

Size | Thawing Time (in hours)

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

Up to 5 pounds | 1 to 2 hours

6 to 10 pounds | 2 to 3 hours

11 to 15 pounds | 3 to 4 hours

Over 15 pounds | 4 to 5 hours

Be sure to cook the ham immediately after thawing. Do not refreeze a thawed ham.