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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
Lifestyle
Sharlotte Thou

Christmas ham taste test: cheaper meats beat ‘Frankfurt-smelling’ premium option in Choice ranking

To make a budget ham taste better, Choice’s test coordinator Fiona Mair recommends glazing it, serving a sauce alongside and avoiding overcooking.
To make a budget ham taste better, Choice’s test coordinator Fiona Mair recommends glazing it, serving a sauce alongside and avoiding overcooking. Photograph: Tim Hill/Alamy

Choice has named the supermarket Christmas hams that give consumers the most bang for their buck – and those to steer clear of.

The basic versions of many supermarket hams scored better than their fancier counterparts, according to the consumer advocacy group – with one premium ham “smelling like a Frankfurt sausage”.

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