This meaty centrepiece can work in a range of dishes, here are just a few of our favourite ways to cook gammon...

Whether you boil, bake or fry <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/gammon/asda-delicious-unsmoked-gammon-joint/910000877729?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_glorious-gammon-recipes&utm_campaign=good-living" target="_blank">gammon</a>, there's no other meat quite like it. 
Gammon is the hind leg of pork and it's cured by dry-salting or brining. The classic British centrepiece comes into its own in autumn and winter, as it's often served up at Christmas. 
But this glorious meat shouldn't just be reserved for December 25th. From sandwiches to pies and pasta traybakes to roasts, here's how to make <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/gammon/asda-delicious-unsmoked-gammon-joint/910000877729?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_glorious-gammon-recipes&utm_campaign=good-living" target="_blank">gammon</a> the star of the show all year round!

<h2>Gammon mac and cheese with a crispy topping</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 45 mins Recipe info: Under 600 cals
We're combining three of our greatest loves (gammon, pasta and cheddar) to give a tasty twist to the classic dish, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/gammon-mac-cheese-with-crispy-topping" target="_blank">mac and cheese</a>. This is perfect if you've got leftover <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/gammon/asda-delicious-unsmoked-gammon-joint/910000877729?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_9-glorious-gammon-recipes-to-eat-to-your-heart%27s&utm_campaign=good-living" target="_blank">gammon</a> or fancy giving your bowl of pasta a rather festive makeover with winter flavours like parsnips, gammon and thyme making an appearance. Dare we say it, but we think we've found the ultimate comfort dish to indulge in this season. 


<h2>Slow cooker gammon </h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 30 mins Recipe info: Low saturates, Under 300 cals
Short on time? Try out our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/slow-cooker-gammon-parsnip-potato-roesti" target="_blank">easy-to-make slow cooker gammon</a> with a delicious root-veg side. Succulent pulled gammon irresistibly matched with a crisp and herby parsnip rösti and served up with a fresh salad. Put the <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/gammon/asda-delicious-unsmoked-gammon-joint/910000877729?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_9-glorious-gammon-recipes-to-eat-to-your-heart%27s&utm_campaign=good-living" target="_blank">gammon</a> in the slow cooker at the beginning of the day and 30 minutes before you're ready to eat, cook the rosti. Try it out this Sunday for a modern roast dinner like no other. 

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<h2>Aperol &amp; citrus baked gammon</h2>
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Serves: 12 Ready in: 2 hrs 15 mins Recipe info: Under 350 cals
The vibrant Italian aperitif, plus zesty oranges and lemons, give the traditional baked ham a zingy twist – just look how tasty it looks! Who knew <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/gammon/asda-delicious-unsmoked-gammon-joint/910000877729?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_9-glorious-gammon-recipes-to-eat-to-your-heart%27s&utm_campaign=good-living" target="_blank">gammon</a> could take on so many flavours? Either way, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/aperol-and-citrus-baked-gammon?recipe_id=3c9f46f4-1b10-11eb-a9fa-f165bba00ee1" target="_blank">this centrepiece</a> is bound to go down a treat! 


<h2>Ham, egg and chunky chips with pineapple relish</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 1 hr 25 mins Recipe info: Under 550 cals
Update the <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/ham-egg-and-chunky-chips-with-pineapple-relish" target="_blank">pub-grub classic</a> by pairing ginger beer-glazed gammon with a zingy, fruity pineapple relish. We've boiled the hunk of meat in ginger beer for 45 minutes and then basted it in a glaze of black treacle, allspice, more ginger and mustard.  Then topped it with a runny egg. Delicious, even if we do say so ourselves!


<h2>Cranberry and pomegranate roast gammon</h2>
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Serves: 12 Ready in: 2 hrs 40 mins Recipe info: Under 250 cals
If you want to impress, look no further than this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/cranberry-pomegranate-roast-gammon" target="_blank">cranberry and pomegranate roast gammon concoction</a>. Slow-cooked for melt-in-the-mouth succulence, the gammon has been finished with a sticky, tangy glaze. We'd serve this as an impressive Christmas centrepiece or as a special treat – just because!


<h2>Ham, leek and potato pie</h2>
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Serves: 10 Ready in: 50 mins Recipe info: Low sugar, Under 250 cals
Fan of pie? Then you'll love this must-try <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/ham-leek-and-potato-pie" target="_blank">ham and potato pie</a>. The light crispy filo pastry adds a delicate top to the creamy, comforting winter dish whilst the gammon adds some much-needed saltiness. If you don't want to use pastry, you could try omitting the potatoes from the filling and replacing with peas, and topping with mashed roast potatoes instead.

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<h2>Honey roast gammon with cloves</h2>
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Serves: 8 Ready in: 3 hrs Recipe info: Low sugar, Under 350 cals
The Christmas classic is back! This <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/article/Glazed-gammon" target="_blank">glazed gammon</a> is a feast for your tastebuds and your eyes. We've gone back to basics with this recipe and infused the meaty joint with veggies, peppercorns, rosemary, thyme and bay leaves then added cloves to its outer layer. Simply brush with honey and pop in the oven to glaze.


<h2>Ploughman’s Toastie with gammon </h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 20 mins Recipe info: Low sugar, Under 250 cals
Perhaps the best way to eat gammon? In a sandwich, of course! <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/christmas-leftovers-ploughmans-toastie" target="_blank">Tuck into this mouth-watering treat</a> which we've crammed with cranberry sauce, brie, sprouts, veg and topped with slices of thick-cut gammon. It's all the flavours of autumn and winter in one dish. We're sold!


<h2>Ham, leek, and cider pie</h2>
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Serves: 6 Ready in: 1 hr Recipe info: 1 of your 5-a-day, Low sugar
Use leftover gammon for this hearty, warming <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/sticky-mango-gammon-with-stirfried-rice?recipe_id=e71fefbd-1e88-11ef-9a0e-1b0d33ced962" target="_blank">pie</a> with a delicious creamy sauce. The gammon adds a rich and savoury flavour to this dish, complemented by the sweetness of the leeks and tanginess of the cider. The creamy sauce binds all the flavours together, creating a satisfying and indulgent dish perfect for cosy nights in.


<h2>Sticky Mango Gammon with Stir-Fried Rice</h2>
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Serves: 2 Ready in: 20 mins Recipe info: 1 of your 5-a-day, Low saturates, High protein
Transform your ordinary mid-week meal with this easy <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/sticky-mango-gammon-with-stirfried-rice?recipe_id=e71fefbd-1e88-11ef-9a0e-1b0d33ced962" target="_blank">sticky mango gammon</a>, paired with green veg stir-fried rice. This easy-to-make recipe combines the succulent gammon with the exotic sweetness of mango, creating a harmonious blend of flavours. Perfect for those days you need a quick and tasty dinner option.


<h2>Jerk gammon cooked in ginger ale</h2>
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Serves: 4 Ready in: 2 hr 30 mins Recipe info: Low sugar, Under 250 cals
Elevate your feast with this flavourful <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/jerk-gammon-cooked-in-ginger-ale?recipe_id=384e8e4e-2aff-11e9-8802-7daf07a34f81" target="_blank">jerk gammon cooked in ginger ale</a>, it's unique flavour profile will surely impress your guests. This dish offers a tantalizing twist on the traditional baked ham, which is perfectly accompanied by classic rice and peas.

Feeling inspired to try out our gammon recipes? Head over to <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_glorious-gammon-recipes&utm_campaign=good-living" target="_blank">Asda online</a> to shop for all the ingredients or pop into <a href="https://storelocator.asda.com/" target="_blank">your local store</a>.&nbsp;

Glorious Gammon Recipes to Cook All Year Round

By Asda Good Living,15th October 2020

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