So, to sum it up: 140°F for pre-cooked, 145°F for raw, and always cook at 325°F. Use a thermometer, glaze with glee, and let it rest. Ham is basically the forgiving, salty hug of the meat world—it’s hard to mess up if you follow these rules. Even if you forget the glaze, it’ll still taste amazing, because ham is a hero.
Now go forth, my culinary compadre, and cook that ham with confidence. Your kitchen will smell like heaven, your family will adore you, and you’ll have a story to tell about the time you nailed the perfect ham. And if someone asks, “What temp is ham cooked at?” just wink and say, “The temp of love, my friend.” Seriously, you’ve got this. Now eat up and smile—you earned it.
