A staple in many cultures and homes, ham can be either cured or uncured. Both types of ham come from the same cut of pork — ...

"There is clear evidence that in the present, typical production area hams, or fresh pork legs, were already being cured during the Roman period," Elke Fernandez from Parma Ham told INSIDER.

Iberian ham, or jamón Ibérico, is one of the most expensive meats in the world. A leg of it can cost as much as $4,500. But what is it about this cured meat that makes it cost so much?

While many people across the world still serve lamb on Easter, Americans seem to prefer ham. This is the main reason why ...

Various factors influence the flavour and texture of ham including the cut and curing process chosen, whether the meat has been dry-salted or cured in brine (and for how long), whether it has been ...