Old-Time Country Ham With Redeye Gravy

* Exported from MasterCook *

OLD-TIME COUNTRY HAM WITH REDEYE GRAVY

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Main dish

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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6 Cured ham slices,1/2" thick
1 c Water,boiling
1 tb Coffee,freshly made black

1. Place ham slices in a large flat pan and cover with cold water. Let
stand 6-8 hours; drain and blot dry. Remove and discard rind.
2. Fry ham slices in single layer in an ungreased heavy skillet over
medium-high heat. Fry for 5-6 minutes on each side, then remove to
heated platter. Pour off all but about 2 tablespoons fat. Add boiling
water and let boil up, scraping bottom to pick up all flavorful bits
of ham from the skillet. Stir in coffee. Pour over ham slices and
serve at once.



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