How To Cook Costco Spiral Ham

Buying a Kirkland signature pre-cooked ham from Costco is among the greatest deals for your Christmas, Thanksgiving, or big family gathering this year. My goal today is to provide all the information you need about Costco ham, including cooking it, storing it, and serving it.

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Is Costco Kirkland Spiral Ham Good?

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

The best thing about Costco ham is that it's pre-cooked, so you don't need to do anything else than put it in the oven, pour the glaze mixture over it, and serve. A really good choice for people with busy schedules, especially on big nights.

How Much Kirkland Spiral Ham In Costco

Kirkland Spiral Ham is available at Costco for approximately $6.99 per kilogram. This is a reasonable price for Costco spiral ham. Weight-based pricing affects the price, Our ham cost $34.98. Kirkland hams usually come with 9lbs. That would mean that it would cost about $28.53.

How Many Servings In Costco Spiral Ham

Let's say you bought a 9-pound Kirkland spiral ham, which is equal to about 114 ounces, so you can serve about 12 people for 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. Be prepared to have leftovers, just store them properly.

Do you have to put a glaze on ham?

The glaze isn't necessary to enhance the taste of the Costco ham, but this glaze is worth adding. It adds sweetness to the ham and gives it a juicy texture which is really delicious. But if you prepared another sauce or side dish for Costco ham, you can store it and use it at a later time. On the glaze package, you can find the end of manufacture date, so be sure to use it before then.

How Long To Cook Costco Ham

Using the instructions on the Costco ham package, you should cook the ham at 275°F for about 15 minutes per pound of ham. This means all the ham should be cooking for about 2 hours and a few minutes. Unfortunately, those instructions are not exactly accurate. Try roasting the Costco ham according to these instructions and you will see what I mean.

Hence, if you plan to cook the whole ham at 350°F, it will take about 2 hours and 3 hours at 275°F. For best results, cook at 350°F for about 1 hour 30 minutes, cover, and check the internal temperature frequently. The internal temperature should range between 140°F and 160°F.

Important: There is no way to determine the exact cooking duration until you tie 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 Ham In The Oven

Preheat The Oven At 350°F.
Remove the Ham from his package and cover it completely with aluminum foil.
Cook for about 1h and 30 min, start checking the internal temperature frequently after 1 hour of cooking.
Once the internal temperature is between 140°F and 160°F, remove it from the oven and the foil and set aside to cool for 15min.
Serve and Enjoy.

Note: It is not necessary to cook Costco ham at 350°F; you can cook it at a lower temperature, just make sure the internal temperature is reached.

How To Cook Costco Ham With Glaze

Preheat The Oven At 350°F.
Take the Ham out of its package and wrap it entirely in aluminum foil.
After 1 hour of cooking, begin checking the internal temperature frequently. Cook for about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Remove the ham from the oven and set it aside.
For the glaze, add the glaze mixture to a saucepan with 3 tablespoons of water.
On medium heat cook the glaze until it starts to boil, it takes about 2 minutes.
Then brush the ham with the glaze, making sure to touch between the slices.
Increase the oven temperature to 425°F.
Bake the hum for about 10 min.
Let it stand 10 min before serving.

What To Serve With Costco Ham

Costco's Kirkland Spiral Ham can be used in a variety of recipes. With ham slices, you can make a sandwich, you can serve it with rice, pasta, Chinese noodles, and the list goes on. Check out the paper included in the packet and you'll find several recipes to make with leftover Kirkland Costco Ham.

There are several famous ways to serve Ham, including mashed potatoes and some roasted vegetables, such as asparagus, carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers. Alternatively, you can use a cranberry sauce instead of glaze and serve with a fresh salad.

Here are some ideas for side dishes you can serve with Costco ham:

Costco Cauliflower Rice
Ina Garten 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 spiral Ham

Costco ham that has not been opened can be stored in the refrigerator until the end of the manufacturing date. When you bake Costco 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, Kirkland Ham can be frozen 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, or by letting it defrost in a warm water bath.

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

Kirkland Signature Ham Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 3 oz (84g)

Calories 160
Total Fat 9g
Saturated Fat 3.5g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 50mg
Sodium 990mg
Total Carbohydrate 3g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Total Sugars 3g
Includes 0g Added Sugars
Protein 15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How to cook Costco Spiral Ham Without Drying it Out

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

How long is Costco spiral ham good for?

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

Can you freeze a Costco spiral ham?

Yes, you can freeze Costco spiral ham whatever is cooked or not and it will last for 3 months.

How long does it take to cook an 11 lb spiral ham?

Following the instructions, 11lbs Costco spiral ham will take about 2h and 45 min until completely cooked. But usually, it takes a little bit longer.