Suzie's Tips ... Delicious Food and Keeping it Safe

Cook Before Eating Hams & Country Hams Proper Temperatures Cook-before-eating hams must reach 160°F to be safely cooked before serving. Cook in an oven set no lower than 325°F. Hams can also be safely cooked in a microwave oven, other countertop appliances and on the stove top. Consult a cookbook for specific methods and timing. Country hams can be soaked 4 to 12 hours or longer in the refrigerator to reduce the salt content before cooking. Then they can be cooked by boiling or baking. Follow the manufacturer's cooking instructions. Sounds Yummy already. Have a terrific day. Suzie's Food Blogs Posted: Saturday 5th February 2005, 12:50 AM

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