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How to pick the best leg of ham

Our juicy guide - by Lottie Dalziel
  • 19 Sep 2019
How to pick the best leg of ham

Q: How much does a whole leg of ham cost?

A: A whole leg of lamb should set you back between $11 to $20 per kilo depending on the variety and time of year. A leg of ham is available year-round but as it is an Australian Christmas classic it sends prices skyrocketing in December. Order your leg in advance to make sure you get the best quality for the best price and also so you don’t miss out! 

Where can you buy a whole leg of ham? 

You can buy a whole leg of ham pretty much year-round from your local supermarket. If you’re after a ham for a special occasion give your local delicatessen or butcher a call and order one to size. 

A whole leg of ham is a commitment but you can purchase ham off to the bone from the deli year-round in the perfect portion for you. Throughout the year try the different cuts and flavours to work out your pick of the bunch before purchasing a whole ham for Christmas day. 

You can purchase a whole leg of ham from the deli section of your local supermarket or alternatively from a butcher. 

Coles Beechwood Smoked Leg Ham $11 per kilo

Woolworths Quarter Leg Ham $11 per kilo

Leg Ham Recipes

Here are three of our favourite ham recipes.

Perfect glazed ham

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Served warm or cold, make this classic the highlight of your family celebrations! With brown sugar, apricot jam and brandy glaze, it's delicious! Get the full recipe.

Pomegranate glazed baked ham

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This gluten-free baked ham is coated in a sweet pomegranate-infused glaze for a beautifully flavoured main meal delight. Get the full recipe.

Cola-glazed ham 
with fruits

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Who knew cola was so multi-purposed? Adding a bit of the fizzy drink adds a caramel flavour and makes the glaze sticky-sweet! Get the full recipe.
Lottie Dalziel
Lottie Dalziel
Lottie Dalziel is a 4AM riser and coffee-addict who lives and breathes the Better Homes and Gardens brand. When she isn't reading up on the latest trends in sustainability or discovering ways to upcycle almost anything, you can find her by the beach, cooking up a storm or adding to her abundant (some would say out of control) plant collection.

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