Cooking the ham once the soaking process is complete it is time to cook the country ham.
Cooking country ham.
Choose country ham slices that are shrink wrapped and very thin sliced for this recipe.
Published april may 2012.
Cook country ham slices and make this gravy for a real breakfast treat anytime.
While it s only about twice a year i go all out and cook an entire ham the method i use is simpler than you might think one i ve.
Serves 12 to 15.
Or until 163 f internal temperature.
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Ages range from three months to two years.
Cook the ham at a low enough temperature to get the internal temperature up to 160 f.
Tips and tricks for how to cook country ham slices.
The method of cooking these flavorful salt cured hams has been passed down for generations.
While roasting it in the oven is.
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Why this recipe works.
Cook about 25 minutes per lb.
Frying country ham slices.
While the ham is ready to eat it may have been exposed to bacteria while immersed in water so cooking it at this point is important.
Soak the ham slices for up to 30 minutes before cooking to help remove some of the salty taste.
Continue cooking on medium turning occasionally every couple of minutes until golden and crispy on both sides and any fat has rendered about 10 minutes total.
Country ham slices should be at least 1 4 inch thick have some fat around the edges and be fairly large.
Country ham is a dry cured almost always smoked aged ham.
A country ham is known best for its salty taste.
If the skillet starts to look too dry while the ham is frying add the remaining coconut oil if needed.
Add water as needed to keep ham covered.
Seasonal holidays like easter and christmas always mean the slow simmering smells of a salty country ham slowly cooking away in the oven.
Heat a large skillet on top of the stove add a couple country ham slices and cover the skillet with a lid.
Make sure the ham is very dry before you start cooking.
The ham will release some liquid initially and look soft and floppy like bacon.
Hams less than 400 days old are generally cooked by the pervasive.
Don t add any salt to the ham until you taste it.
I ve only ever met people who either love or hate a salty ham.
The ham will want to curl while cooking use your.
Cooking your uncooked country ham.
Bring water to 190 f simmering not boiling.