"In response to Chef #1363633...I'm guessing you are not from Virginia. I am from Virginia and have lived here my entire life. What you are referring to is a "Country Ham" not a "Virginia Ham." The wording "Virginia Ham" refers to any ham from Virginia...usually Smithfield brand. So, no this does not make this recipe incorrect. In fact, I have NEVER seen a "Country Ham" spiral sliced. As you said they are salted and cured...sold whole or already sliced in vacuum packs, but never sold spiral sliced. So, don't be confused by Chef's review. Take it from a native Virginian. And, by the way, this recipe is excellent!