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  Mould on Iberian ham: Is it harmful?
  Published : 2022-06-15 | Categories : 【Blog Jamón Pasión】

  Sometimes, when buying an Iberian ham, the outer layer of the ham may be partially covered with mould when the wrapping is removed. Far from being a symptom of bad condition, it is a natural process and a symptom of good curing of the ham. As a result, maturation can take place...

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  Serrano ham from Granada: A Wise Choice
  Published : 2022-06-03 | Categories : 【Blog Jamón Pasión】

  The province of Granada in the south of Spain has been for centuries, and still is, a traditional area for the production of high quality Serrano ham, even awarded by the royal family, in which its maximum exponent, the IGP Trevélez ham, enjoys international fame...

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  How to preserve Iberico ham in summer
  Published : 2022-05-23 | Categories : 【Blog Jamón Pasión】

  You already know that Iberian ham does not need to be kept refrigerated and that the ideal temperature for consumption is around 20º C. But what happens in summer, when this temperature is far exceeded? Don't worry, it won't deteriorate if you follow these guidelines...

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  Why is 100% acorn-fed Iberian ham called pata negra ham?
  Published : 2022-05-19 | Categories : 【Blog Jamón Pasión】

  It is not because it is an Iberian ham and has a black hoof that it can be called "pata negra". Only one holds this title and it is the 100% Iberian acorn-fed ham. In addition, there are pigs that are not of the Iberian breed that have a black hoof, but do you know why it has this name?..

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  Croquettes with Serrano ham and mushrooms
  Published : 2022-05-10 | Categories : 【Blog Jamón Pasión】

  If there's one thing we Spaniards love, it's croquettes. They can be prepared in a thousand different ways and flavours, but at Jamón Pasión we choose one of them: Serrano ham croquettes. This time we are going to add some mushrooms, the ones you like the most...

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  What is an out-of-standard Iberian ham?
  Published : 2022-04-29 | Categories : 【Blog Jamón Pasión】

  Nowadays, the regulations on the quality of Iberian ham, covered by a Royal Decree, have very strict rules to guarantee the quality and origin of the hams and shoulders. Today I am going to talk to you about those hams that, although they are from Iberian pigs, are not certified as such...

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