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Trying to figure out if your ham has spoiled or simply lost a little bit of freshness? Identifying bad ham is easy, and we’ll show you how to do it. In this article, we’ll break down the signs ham has gone bad, examine its shelf life, and help you out in the future with some best practices for storage.
Things You Should Know
- Ham is bad if it smells off, develops discoloration, or begins to feel sweaty or slimy.
- Store ham in the fridge by wrapping it in foil, butcher paper, or plastic wrap. Alternatively, you can use an airtight container or freezer bag and set it in the fridge.
- Ham will typically last 3-5 days in the refrigerator or 1-2 months in the freezer.
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- ↑ https://health.clevelandclinic.org/what-happens-if-you-eat-moldy-food/
- ↑ https://health.clevelandclinic.org/what-happens-if-you-eat-moldy-food/
- ↑ https://www.foodsafety.gov/food-safety-charts/cold-food-storage-charts
- ↑ https://www.foodsafety.gov/food-safety-charts/cold-food-storage-charts
- ↑ https://www.bhg.com/recipes/how-to/food-storage-safety/can-you-freeze-ham/
- ↑ https://www.diys.com/cooked-ham/