Instructions

1. Put the gammon in a saucepan. Cover with water and bring to the boil. Drain the water then put the meat back into the pan.
2. Peel the onion and spike it with the cloves then put it in the pan. Add the Perry , peppercorns and bay leaves.
3. Bring it to the boil, lower the heat, cover and simmer gently for a couple of hours. Have a look occasionally and scoop off any froth from the surface.
4. Turn off the heat and let the ham cool in the cooking liquid until you are ready to serve.
5. Carve thinly and serve with chutney or mustard.