The Shank (lower leg) is the classic "tapered" look and is easier to carve. The Butt (upper leg) is leaner and more tender but has a tricky T-shaped bone that makes slicing a bit harder.
To give you the most accurate recommendation, could you tell me: How many are you feeding?
Use this guide for a standard dinner where you want enough for everyone to be full, with just a little bit left over for a sandwich the next day. Number of Guests Boneless Ham Bone-In Ham 1.5 – 2 lbs 3 – 4 lbs 6 People 2 – 3 lbs 5 – 6 lbs 10 People 4 – 5 lbs 8 – 10 lbs 15 People 6 – 7 lbs 12 – 15 lbs 20 People 8 – 10 lbs 15 – 20 lbs (or two smaller hams) ⚠️ Factors That Change the Math
The "right size" depends entirely on whether you are buying a ham with a bone or one without.
Plan for 3/4 to 1 pound per person. The bone adds significant weight but also provides the best flavor and a base for soup later.
Do you want ham sliders, split pea soup, and breakfast hash for three days? Add 3 to 5 pounds to your total requirement regardless of the guest count. 💡 Pro-Tips for Buying
These are convenient but can dry out faster during reheating. If you choose this, keep your oven temperature low (around 275°F or 325°F) and keep it tightly covered in foil.
The Shank (lower leg) is the classic "tapered" look and is easier to carve. The Butt (upper leg) is leaner and more tender but has a tricky T-shaped bone that makes slicing a bit harder.
To give you the most accurate recommendation, could you tell me: How many are you feeding?
Use this guide for a standard dinner where you want enough for everyone to be full, with just a little bit left over for a sandwich the next day. Number of Guests Boneless Ham Bone-In Ham 1.5 – 2 lbs 3 – 4 lbs 6 People 2 – 3 lbs 5 – 6 lbs 10 People 4 – 5 lbs 8 – 10 lbs 15 People 6 – 7 lbs 12 – 15 lbs 20 People 8 – 10 lbs 15 – 20 lbs (or two smaller hams) ⚠️ Factors That Change the Math how big a ham to buy
The "right size" depends entirely on whether you are buying a ham with a bone or one without.
Plan for 3/4 to 1 pound per person. The bone adds significant weight but also provides the best flavor and a base for soup later. The Shank (lower leg) is the classic "tapered"
Do you want ham sliders, split pea soup, and breakfast hash for three days? Add 3 to 5 pounds to your total requirement regardless of the guest count. 💡 Pro-Tips for Buying
These are convenient but can dry out faster during reheating. If you choose this, keep your oven temperature low (around 275°F or 325°F) and keep it tightly covered in foil. Use this guide for a standard dinner where
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