If you're preparing a holiday meal, you're going to need a super delicious ham. If you've never baked a ham before, it might seem a little intimidating because of the size. But we'll walk you through the whole process below, and you'll feel like a professional chef once that ham comes out of the oven.

Knowing how to properly prepare a ham is invaluable knowledge. It's also helpful to know how much ham you should make per person so you have a better idea about what size ham you'll need to feed all of your guests. Advertisement

If this is your first time gearing up to cook a whole ham or you just need a refresher, the times and temperatures listed below will ensure your ham turns out juicy and delicious for your holiday feast.

Temperatures

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