Pork Tips:

• Remove ham from the oven and allow it to rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute. The internal temperature will rise about 5 degrees.
• The National Pork Board does not encourage freezing cooked ham, since it affects the quality and mouth-feel of the meat. However, leftover ham for use in soups or casseroles can be cut up into slices or cubed and stored in the freezer for 2 to 3 months.
• U.S. Department of Agriculture guidelines say pork can safely be cooked to medium rare at a final internal temperature of 145 degrees, followed by a three-minute rest time. Ground pork, like all ground meats, should be cooked to 160 degrees.