Millions of years of geologic activity created the spectacular views from Dead Horse Point State Park. Deposition of sediments by ancient oceans, freshwater lakes, streams and wind blown sand dunes created the rock layers of canyon country.
Allow the hams to cure 2-1/2 days per pound of ham. If the hams freeze during curing, allow one additional day for each day they are frozen. Preparation for aging At the end of the curing time (minimum of 2-1/2 days per pound of fresh ham), unwrap and remove any excess cure and mold.Use vinegar and a cloth to remove mold.pplying the curing mixture. The curing mixture should be applied at the rate of 1-1/4 ounces per pound of ham. Follow these steps: 1  Apply the cure to the ham by opening the hock end and forcing three tablespoons of cure into the opening.
The salt for air drying hams will take about 7 days per inch of thickness to penetrate. Therefore a 14-16 pound ham will be 4-5 inches thick and will take about 28-35 days to cure. An 18-20 pound ham will be 5-6 inches thick and will require 35-42 days to cure.imple Salt Brine Recipe for Curing Ham. Boil all the ingredients together for 20 minutes and cool before pouring it over the meat. Find a large, clean container and place the meat inside and cover with the brine mixture completely. Leave it there for 3 weeks, then wash, and dry it off.