Follow our basic guide on how to cook and prepare gammon and ham, plus the differences between the two. We also have a great leftover ham recipe collection, full of ideas for lunches and dinners including salads, soups and tasty pies. If you're choosing an alternative meat for Christmas dinner, go with one from our turkey recipes collection.

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  • Festive gammon with slices cut on a serving plate

    Festive gammon

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.16 ratings

    A traditional ham recipe that's perfect for any celebration, especially at Christmas. The gammon needs brining overnight, but the results are well worth it

  • Ginger beer & tangerine glazed ham

    Ginger beer & tangerine glazed ham

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.33 ratings

    This warming ginger beer-spiced ham is great for Christmas entertaining as it's simple to prepare ahead of time

  • Sticky treacle-glazed ham

    Sticky treacle-glazed ham

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.10 ratings

    James uses the steam-roast method to cook his Christmas ham, so you don't need an enormous pan to boil it in

  • Christmas ham with sticky ginger glaze

    Christmas ham with sticky ginger glaze

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.4 ratings

    Forget the ham kettle or supersized pan - you can cook this luscious sticky ham in the oven, with equally tasty results

  • Sticky marmalade ham

    Sticky marmalade ham

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.13 ratings

    A Christmas classic from John Torode that will have all your guests wanting more

  • Potted ham

    Potted ham

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    This simple starter is a great way to use up leftover ham and you can freeze it ahead

  • Ham hock & mustard terrine

    Ham hock terrine

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.14 ratings

    Cured slow-cooked pork is a great foundation for a coarse pâté style starter and can be made in advance

  • Slow-baked sticky gammon

    Slow-baked sticky gammon

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.24 ratings

    Fancy a cross between a traditional roasted ham and pulled pork? Use pineapple, treacle and ginger marinade as a tropical glaze

  • Ham & cheese served in a roasting tin

    Ham & cheese

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.16 ratings

    Try sticky-glazed gammon with rich cauliflower cheese for a whole new take on ham and cheese. It's an indulgent Sunday lunch served with golden roast potatoes to mop up the sauce

  • Sticky glazed gammon

    Sticky glazed gammon

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.18 ratings

    This zingy way with gammon is full of flavour and is surprisingly healthy

  • Glazed gammon with parsley & cider sauce

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.22 ratings

    When you want to do something different for Christmas, this glazed ham makes a wonderful alternative to turkey

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