By Angela Hatton
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Kuttawa, KY – Curing ham is a culinary art form unique to Kentucky and other mid-south states. Broadbent Hams has been producing country ham, bacon, and sausage for commercial retail since the 1960s. The family recipe started in Trigg County years before. In the mid eighties, Ronny Drennan and his wife bought the business, and moved it to Kuttawa. The Drennans have been producing prize-winning ham ever since. A Broadbent country ham last year sold for 1.5 million dollars at the Kentucky State Fair charity auction. Broadbent Hams also opens their facility to tours. Angela Hatton talked with Ronny Drennan about the ham business and its Kentucky tradition.