Add Country Ham Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prep
Remove country ham from refrigerator and let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes. This reduces chill and helps even cooking.
2
Heat a large skillet (preferably cast iron or heavy stainless) over medium heat until hot, about 2–3 minutes.
3
Add the butter to the pan and swirl until melted and foaming.
4
If using brown sugar, sprinkle it evenly into the melted butter and let it dissolve for 15–20 seconds, stirring once. This gives a light glaze to the ham.
5
Add the thinly sliced country ham in a single layer. If your skillet is smaller, cook in two batches to avoid crowding. Cook undisturbed for 1–1.5 minutes to develop a light sear.
6
Flip the slices and cook the second side for another 45–90 seconds, until edges are crisped but ham is not overcooked. Country ham is already cured/smoked and only needs reheating and crisping.
7
Season lightly with black pepper while still in the pan. Taste one piece; country ham is salty, so do not add extra salt.
8
Transfer cooked ham to a plate lined with paper towel for a moment to absorb any excess butter if desired.

9
Split warm biscuits or toast the bread slices. Spread softened butter or compound butter on each portion.
10
Top each biscuit/bread with 2 oz (about 2–3 slices) of the hot country ham.
11
Drizzle with hot honey or spread a little mustard if using, then serve immediately while ham is warm and slightly crisp.