Honey Mustard Glazed Gammon

• Serves: 2 with plenty of leftovers for sandwiches
• Prep time: 15 minutes (plus optional soaking time)
• Cook time: 3 hours

Ingredients

For the Gammon

• 1.7kg boneless smoked gammon joint
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 onion, halved
• A few black peppercorns

For the Glaze

• 3 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp whole grain mustard
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• Whole cloves for studding

Method

1. Soak

Soak overnight in the fridge submerged in water if needed.

2. Simmer the gammon

1. Place the gammon in a large pot with bay leaves2 bay leaves, halved onion1 onion, halved, and peppercorns.
2. Cover completely with cold water.
3. Bring to a gentle simmer (don’t let it boil vigorously).
4. Cook for 2 hours 20 minutes (as per packet instructions).
5. Remove from water and let cool slightly.

3. Prepare for glazing

1. Preheat oven to 180°C fan.
2. Mix together honey3 tbsp honey, mustard, brown sugar1 tbsp brown sugar, and vinegar for the glaze.
3. Score the fat in a diamond pattern, about 1cm deep.
4. Stud with whole cloves at the intersections of the cuts.

4. Glaze and roast

1. Brush generously with half the glaze.
2. Roast for 20-25 minutes.
3. Brush with remaining glaze.
4. Cook for another 10-15 minutes until golden and caramelised.

5. Rest and serve

1. Let the gammon rest for 15 minutes before carving.
2. Slice thickly for dinner.
3. Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days.