Gammon hams

[andyoxon]

Do you soak then in water the night before cooking?  We've done this before, having had an over salty offering, but perhaps that was just that particular joint.  Any other cooking tips?

Andy

[keepontriking]

Do you soak then in water the night before cooking?  We've done this before, having had an over salty offering, but perhaps that was just that particular joint.  Any other cooking tips?

Andy

Best to soak overnight as it considerably reduces the saltiness. Skim the water or change it several times too.
Boil with half lemons and cloves - it should fall off the bone - superb.

[Wobbly John]

I soak them for 24 hours - a couple of changes of water during that time.

Boil with a few cloves and some star anise, some bay leaves and brown sugar.

I did one on Christmas day, and will go and make a sandwich with some when I finish typing - it's made me hungry.

[andyoxon]

Thanks, did an O/N soak, plus about 4 water change in am.  Baked it in the end (pans a bit tight spacewise) with a coating of honey before the end.  Nice and succulent, and not salty (from Waitrose).  Tomorrow... cold ham n' turkey with assorted pickles, chutneys etc