How To Cook A Country Ham

1. 1

   Scrub ham thoroughly with a stiff brush.

2. 2

   Place ham in large pot or pan--even a cooler will work. Cover it completely with water and allow to soak for 24 hours, (discard water).

3. 3

   Preheat oven to 325u00b0F.

4. 4

   Put ham in large roaster fat side up and again cover completely with water. place in oven on lowest shelf and bake for 2 hours. Turn ham to other side and cook another 2 hours. It takes 4 to 41/2 hours in all or 15 to 18 minutes per pound for a good tender ham.

5. 5

   Remove ham from oven, but leave in water overnight (do NOT refrigerate).

6. 6

   The next day preheat oven to 425u00b0F.

7. 7

   Remove and discard ham skin. Sprinkle fat with ground cloves.

8. 8

   Combine sugar with enough vinegar to make a paste and brush on ham. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes; let rest for 1 hour out of the oven, then slice and serve.

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