Country Hams: Virginia, Smithfield, Kentucky
Description
This International main features Ham, Cider, Brown Sugar. It delivers sweet, indulgent flavor. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.Ingredients
Directions
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Black Pepper Corn Meal Brown Sugar It is the custom in some parts of the U.S.
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to hang hams, after special processing, for several years, after which time, of course, they develop a heavy exterior mold.
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To prepare one of these old hams, soak it in cold water to cover for 24 to 36 hours.
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Then scrub it well, using a brush and yellow soap, if necessary, to remove the mold.
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Rinse thoroughly and place in a kettle of simmering water, skin side down.
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Allow 20 minutes to the pound until the meat reaches an internal heat of 150.
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Add to the water before last 1/4 of sugar.
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Drain when the ham is still warm, being careful not to tear the fat.
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Trim the fat partially.
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Dust the ham with a mixture of black pepper, corn meal, and brown sugar.
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Put in a 425 oven long enough to glaze it.
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If you want more of a baked quality allow the ham to reach an internal heat of 160 to 165.
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Serve hot or cold.
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Be sure to slice very, very thin
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 242.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.1g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
- Cholesterol 12.0mg4%
- Sodium 343.6mg15%
- Total Carbohydrate 51.0g17%
- Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
- Sugars 43.8g
- Protein 6.2g13%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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