The Epicure's Almanac or Diary of Good Living
October 28th : ROAST LEG OF PORK
Allow from twenty to five-and-twenty minutes per pound for roasting; do not suffer the joint to be too close to the fire.
Let the knuckle be stuffed with sage and onion minced fine, bread crumbs, salt and pepper, as before directed. Score the crackling, and rub it over with some Florence oil upon a brush, this will assist in giving it a deep brown colour, and prevent it from rising in blisters.
Serve with apple-sauce, fresh mustard, and mashed potatoes.