Country Fried Ham With Red Eye Gravy

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Although this recipe really should only be consumed by a true rebel, we will allow the occassional yank to partake. And you wonder why southern men wake up so early.

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Steps

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Soak ham in milk overnight.

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The next morning , wipe ham with paper towels.

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Put just enough ham fat into skillet to keep ham from sticking.

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Have skillet hot , not too hot.

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Slowly brown ham evenly on both sides.

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When done , remove to hot platter.

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For the gravy , add the coffee to ham drippings in skillet , sprinkle with a bit of pepper and let come to a boil.

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Stir well and serve piping hot with biscuits.

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Ingredients

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ham slices, milk, strong black coffee, pepper