Sticky Maple Glazed Gammon with Roasted Apples

Shopping list

• 1.2 kg boneless gammon joint

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• 4 tbsp maple syrup

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• 2 tbsp wholegrain mustard

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• 1 tbsp light brown soft sugar

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• 3 piece eating apples — quartered and cored

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• 25 g unsalted butter — diced

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• 1 pinch black pepper — freshly ground

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Step by step

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan).

2. 2

   Place the gammon joint in a roasting tin and cover loosely with foil. Roast for 1 hour.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, mix together the maple syrup, wholegrain mustard and brown sugar in a small bowl.

4. 4

   Remove the gammon from the oven and discard the foil. Brush half the glaze over the surface of the joint.

5. 5

   Arrange the apple quarters around the gammon, dot with butter and season with black pepper.

6. 6

   Return to the oven, uncovered, and roast for a further 30 minutes, brushing the remaining glaze over the gammon halfway through.

7. 7

   Remove from the oven and rest the gammon for 10 minutes before carving. Serve sliced with the roasted apples and any pan juices.