Ham and Bacon, to Broil
Ingredients
Directions
Ensure the ham slices are of the same thickness and trim the rind and pieces near the bone.
Place the ham slices in a cold frying pan over medium heat.
Fry for about 6 to 7 minutes, turning frequently.
Cook the bacon in the same way, but for a shorter time.
Transcribed from a scanned cookbook and modernised for today's kitchens. Where the book gave no heat or time, or said "a moderate oven", the temperatures and times here may be modern equivalents rather than the book's own figures.
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What each ingredient does
- Ham
- Provides the main savory meat; even thickness helps the slices cook at the same rate.
- Bacon
- Adds fat and smoky flavor as it renders in the pan.
The step that matters
Start the ham in a cold pan. Starting cold lets fat render slowly and the meat warm gradually, so it stays tender and does not toughen or scorch before it is cooked through.
“What each ingredient does” and “The step that matters” were written by Claude from this recipe’s own method and reviewed in samples by CompKitchen.
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