Browned potatoes are a simple but perfect side for country ham. Not only do the potatoes pick up the flavor of the ham, but they look beautiful! Just add veggies or a salad and dinner’s done. —Helen Bridges, Washington, Virginia

Country Ham and Potatoes

ham (about 1/2 inch thick)

butter

peeled,

parsley

In a large heavy skillet, brown ham over medium-high heat in butter on both sides until heated through. Move ham to 1 side of the skillet; brown potatoes in drippings until tender. Sprinkle potatoes with parsley.

The first official reference to country ham appeared in print in 1944, and it alluded to a method of smoking and dry-curing ham in rural regions, like Kentucky, Virginia, and nearby states. Today, country ham refers to the way our ham is preserved rather than a specific location. Country hams are salt-cured (with or without nitrites) for one to three months. They are usually hardwood smoked (usually hickory and red oak), but some types of country ham, such as the "salt-and-pepper ham" of North Carolina, are not smoked. Hopefully this can end some of the bickering about what a country ham might be all about rather than getting the proverbial undies in a bundle..

Great recipe--so quick and tasty!  I used a bag of small multi-colored potatoes I bought at Aldi's.  Removed the ham from the skillet after heating/browning then sauteed potatoes in drippings, added a little water and cooked, covered, until tender.

I do not parboil the potatoes...instead I brown the potatoes in oil, then add 1/4 cup of water to the pan and cover for about 3-5 minutes. Remove the lid and add the ham. Also, I add garlic, onion powder parsley, and shredded Parmesan cheese. This also can be placed in the oven and roasted.

This is very tasty, easy and fast, even with parboiling the potatoes. Just pick a ham that's not salty. Add green beans on the side. Will use this often.

I am giving this 5 stars even though that is not really country ham (although I am from the deep south, I am not insulted). The finished recipe is very tasty and very easy and quick to make. It is good for dinner, as suggested, with a vegetable and/or salad and rolls, or delicious for breakfast (my preference) with eggs, hot biscuits and fruit (washed down with strong coffee...thank you!). My North Carolina husband and in-laws loved it, even though they are country ham purists.

Delicious!  Just be sure to cook the potatoes first (I parboil and drain) before attempting to brown them.  I made the mistake of using raw ones the first time, and they stayed raw inside although browned on the outside.

Need red eye gravy made with strong black coffee and Coca-Cola.  Especially if you are from the deep South.

I can't believe anyone needs a "recipe" for this meal.  Just common sense.

How many potatoes make up a 1-1/2 lbs. for the recipe?

country ham and potatoes

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total: 30 minutes

Servings: 6

Author : Taste of Home

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