A ham can be a frugal way to bulk-purchase plenty of delicious pork. But what if your only options are all cheaper, brined versions with too much salt for your palate? Good news: All you have to ...

The American South has distinct culinary traditions, and ham is no exception. Country ham is king in states like North Carolina, Virginia, and Kentucky that make up the "ham belt," — and no ...

Suzanne Stewart Staff Writer Curing meat is an ancient technique that was passed down through the centuries and brought to the Appalachian region by settlers who relied on cured meats to survive the ...

An curved arrow pointing right. Suffolk black ham gets its black crust from its curing process, using molasses, brown sugar, and a local black porter. Soaking the ham in this sweet marinade doesn ...