Boiled Bacon With Parsley Sauce (Fresh Ham)

1. 1

   Place the ham in a large pot or Dutch oven and cover with cold water; bring to a boil over medium high heat.

2. 2

   Remove ham and drain water (you are trying to remover salt).

3. 3

   Return ham to pot along with onions, carrots, celery, bay leaf and peppercorns; cover with cold water and bring to a boil over medium high heat.

4. 4

   Skim surface with a slotted spoon, cover, reduce heat, and cook 1 hour and 20 minutes.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, make the parsley sauce by whisking the butter, flour, and milk in a saucepan, over medium heat, until thickened and smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes; season with salt and pepper and add parsley.

6. 6

   Once the meat is done, remove the rind (skin) and excess fat; slice.

7. 7

   Serve the sliced meat with the parsley sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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