How to Cook Costco's Spiral Ham

Buying a Kirkland signature pre-cooked ham from Costco is a great deal for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any other big family gathering. Here is some information about how to cook Costco's spiral ham, as well as how to store it and serve it.

Is Costco's Kirkland Spiral Ham Good?

Before being shipped to stores, Costco's spiral hams are cut from a pig's leg and cooked, brined, and sliced using the helix method outlined in the picture. Kirkland's ham comes with a small package of glaze to coat the ham with.

The best thing about Kirkland's ham is that it's pre-cooked, so you don't need to do anything else other than putting it in the oven, pouring the glaze mixture over it, and serving it. This ham is a really good choice for people with busy schedules while also being wonderful to serve for more special dinners.

How Much Does Kirkland's Spiral Ham Cost in Costco?

Kirkland's spiral ham is available at Costco for approximately $6.99 per kilogram, which is a reasonable price. As a result, a 9 Ib ham would cost $28.09.

How Many Servings are in Costco's Spiral Ham?

A 9 Ib Kirkland spiral ham is equal to about 114 ounces. As a result, you can serve about 12 people 10 ounces each. Nevertheless, when you pair it with side dishes such as salads, mashed potatoes, and rice, it can feed a lot of people so you will likely have leftovers.

Do You Have to Put a Glaze on Ham?

The glaze isn't necessary to enhance the taste of Kirkland's spiral ham, but it is certainly worth adding. It adds sweetness to the ham and caramelizes on the ham's exterior, making it particularly delicious. However, if you prefer to use another sauce on the ham, you can store the glaze pouch and use it at a later time. Just make sure to use it before the date on the pouch.

How Long to Cook Costco's Ham

Using the instructions on the package, cook the ham at 275 F for about 15 minutes per pound of ham. This means that a 9 Ib ham will take about 2 and a quarter hours. However, you can cook the ham at different temperatures too.

For example, a whole ham will take 2 hours to cook at 350 F and 3 hours at 275 F. For the best results, cook the ham covered at 350 F for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, while checking the internal temperature frequently. The internal temperature should range between 140 F and 160 F when the ham is sufficiently heated through.

Important: There is no way to determine the exact cooking duration for ham until you try it yourself because the duration depends on the temperature and the efficiency of your oven. The best rule is to check the internal temperature frequently.

How to Cook Costco's Ham in the Oven

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
2. Remove the ham from its package and cover it completely with aluminum foil.
3. Cook for about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Start checking the internal temperature frequently after 1 hour of cooking.
4. Once the internal temperature is between 140 F and 160 F, remove it from the oven and remove the foil. Set it aside to cool for 15 minutes.
5. Serve and enjoy.

Note: It is not necessary to cook Kirkland's ham at 350 F; you can also cook it at a lower temperature. Just make sure the necessary internal temperature is reached before you serve it.

How to Cook Costco's Ham With Glaze

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
2. Take the ham out of its package and wrap it entirely in aluminum foil.
3. After 1 hour of cooking, begin checking the internal temperature frequently. Cook for about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
4. Remove the ham from the oven and set it aside.
5. For the glaze, add the glaze mixture to a saucepan with 3 tablespoon of water.
6. Heat it over medium heat until the glaze starts to boil, about 2 minutes.
7. Brush the ham with the glaze, making sure to brush some in between the slices.
8. Increase the oven temperature to 425 F.
9. Bake the ham for about 10 minutes.
10. Let it stand 10 minutes before serving.

What to Serve With Costco's Ham

You can serve Costco's Kirkland spiral ham with several other dishes and in many different ways. For example, you could use the ham slices for sandwiches or serve the ham with rice, pasta, Chinese noodles, and more. You can also check out the pamphlet included with the ham, which includes several recipes to make with leftover ham.

You can also serve the ham with mashed potatoes, fresh salad, and some roasted vegetables, such as asparagus, carrots, and bell peppers. Additionally, you can replace the glaze with cranberry sauce instead of the glaze.

Here are some ideas for side dishes you can serve with Kirkland's ham:

• Costco's Cauliflower Rice
• Ina Garten's Broccoli Cheddar Soup
• Roasted Brussel Sprouts
• Asparagus and Carrots
• Quinoa Salad
• Butternut Squash Salad
• Greek Salad
• French Potato Salad
• Corn Salad

How to Store Kirkland's Spiral Ham

Ham that has not been opened can be stored in the refrigerator until the end of the manufacturing date. When you bake Kirkland's spiral ham and you have leftovers, wrap them in plastic wrap and place them in the refrigerator. The baked Kirkland ham will keep for 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator if stored properly.

After baking, you can freezer your ham for up to 3 months. Make sure to separate it into portions and freeze it in freezer bags.

Frozen Kirkland ham can be defrosted within 24 to 36 hours in the fridge. Alternatively, you can defrost it in a warm water bath.

After the ham has been defrosted, you can either reheat it in the oven or microwave.

Frequently Asked Questions

Wrap the Kirkland spiral ham in aluminum foil and bake it according to the package directions. The foil will prevent the ham from drying out.

Costco's spiral ham has a use-by date of 7-10 days on its label. Keep it refrigerated or frozen to prolong its shelf life.

Yes, you can freeze Kirkland's spiral ham whether is cooked or not and it will last for 3 months.

An 11 lb spiral ham will take about 2 hours and 45 minutes until completely cooked, but it usually will take a little bit longer.