Preheat your oven to 240°C (220°C for fan-forced). Line a roasting pan with aluminium foil for easy cleanup. Pat the ham rind thoroughly dry with paper towels, as this helps the crackling become crisp. Place the ham in the prepared pan, rub a pinch of salt into the rind, and drizzle with 1/4 tbsp of the olive oil, ensuring it’s well coated.

Place the ham in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour or until the rind is golden and crispy. Keep an eye on the crackling to prevent it from overcooking. Once done, remove the ham from the oven, cover loosely with foil, and let it rest for 30 minutes to retain its juiciness.

While the ham is resting, reduce the oven temperature to 180°C (160°C fan-forced). Line a baking tray with baking paper. Take a sharp knife and lightly score around the centre of each apple. Arrange the apples on the lined tray, place a sprig of thyme on each, and drizzle with th

Place the apples in the oven and bake for 25 minutes or until they are golden and tender, with the syrup caramelising slightly around the edges.

Arrange the crispy ham and baked apples on a serving platter. The sweet, thyme-infused apples make a delightful side to the savoury ham. Perfect for a special occasion or a festive meal!