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Tuscan Aged Cured Ham Slice Online - The Classic of Tuscan Tradition | Directly from Siena

Buy authentic Tuscan Aged Cured Ham directly from Salumeria Toscana - cured between 9 and 12 months according to Tuscan tradition, with artisan massage salting and natural seasoning. Available in two convenient sizes, ideal for slicing at home. Vacuum-packed, guaranteed cold chain delivered to your door across the UK and Europe within 48/72 hours.

🐷 The Cured Ham Slice - The Perfect Cut for Home

The ham slice is the ideal cut for those who want the quality of artisan Tuscan cured ham in a convenient, manageable size - perfect for slicing at home with a good knife, without the need for professional equipment.

The production of our Aged Cured Ham begins with artisan massage salting - a manual, repeated and vigorous process that allows the salt to penetrate deep into the meat fibres. After resting in refrigerated cells, the ham is seasoned with pepper, natural aromas and selected spices, then transferred to well-ventilated rooms for curing.

The curing lasts 9 to 12 months - a carefully calibrated period to bring each slice to its peak of maturation, without over-curing. Like a wine that has its ideal moment to be opened, every ham has its perfect time: the moment when aromas and flavours reach their maximum expression.

⚙️ Technical Specifications - Tuscan Aged Cured Ham

🔪 How to Enjoy It - The Tuscan Way

Step 1 - Tempering Remove the ham slice from the refrigerator at least 20-30 minutes before slicing. At room temperature the fat softens and releases its full aromatic profile - the bouquet of the curing opens completely at 18-20°C.

Step 2 - Slicing Use a long, thin, sharp knife with a smooth blade. Slice as thinly as possible - almost translucent. The fat melts on the palate and balances the savouriness of the meat: this is the secret of Tuscan cured ham. Do not remove the fat - it is the flavour carrier.

Step 3 - Accompaniment Unsalted Tuscan bread - Pane Sciocco - is the ideal accompaniment. The salt-free bread allows the ham's seasoning to come through fully without competing. A drizzle of Olio Toscano IGP extra virgin olive oil on the bread completes the picture.

🍳 Recipe with Aged Cured Ham - Crostini with Ham and Plum Tomatoes

A simple and authentic recipe from the Tuscan tradition:

Ingredients for 4 people: 8 ripe plum tomatoes · 8 slices of cured ham · 4 slices of Tuscan bread · 6 anchovy fillets in oil · 2 sprigs of thyme · extra virgin olive oil

Method: Blanch the tomatoes briefly in boiling water, drain and peel. Cut into four wedges, remove the seeds and cut into strips. Season with a tablespoon of olive oil and thyme leaves.

Finely chop the remaining thyme leaves and scatter over the bread slices. Drizzle each slice with a teaspoon of olive oil and toast briefly under the grill.

Lay the ham slices on a chopping board, place the tomato strips at the edge of each one and roll the ham around the tomatoes. Place the rolls on the warm bread, top with one and a half anchovy fillets and serve.

🍷 Wine Pairing - The Tuscan Table

Cheese pairings:

• 🧀 Pecorino Toscano DOP Stagionato - the dry saltiness of the Pecorino with the spiced sweetness of the aged ham creates one of the most classic combinations of the Sienese tradition
• 🧀 Formaggio Reale al Tartufo - for a Tuscan excellence charcuterie board

Wines:

• 🍷 Chianti Classico - the Florentine pairing par excellence, balanced and versatile
• 🍷 Morellino di Scansano - robust and tannic, enhances the savouriness of the aged ham
• 🍷 Vernaccia di San Gimignano - for a white wine alternative: mineral and dry

🚚 Delivery to the UK and Europe

Vacuum-packed · Refrigerated shipping  · Delivery across the UK and Europe.

🧠 FAQ - Tuscan Aged Cured Ham

What is the difference between a ham slice and a whole ham? The ham slice is a portion of the whole ham - the ideal cut for those who want the quality of artisan ham in a convenient household size. Same raw materials, same curing, same quality - in a domestic format.

How long does the ham keep after delivery? Vacuum-packed and unopened, 30-45 days in the refrigerator at 0-4°C. Once opened, consume within 7-10 days, covering the cut surface with cling film or greaseproof paper.

Can I slice it without a meat slicer? Yes - with a long, thin, smooth-bladed knife you can achieve very thin slices. The ham slice is specifically designed for home slicing.

Is it available for restaurants and catering? Yes - contact us for dedicated pricing, regular supply and bespoke delivery arrangements.

Our fresh Tuscan meat is a culinary treasure that can only be shipped in strict compliance with all current regulations on fresh meat.

Delivery time: Delivery times vary depending on the destination area and vary between 24 and 48 hours from the moment of collection in the warehouse, which takes place from Monday to Wednesday.

Shipping cost:

• Italy: Shipping Fresh meat €10, free in Italy for orders over €150

• Shipping with Express Courier in Italy: Food shipping excluding fresh meat €7.90, free in Italy for orders over €75 (only for cured meats, cheeses, hams, wine, desserts)

• Shipments to Europe: The cost varies based on weight (each 5kg) and delivery speed, starting from €19.90.