My ham split years ago and I was moaning that fact and my husband came up with a great substitute. He went to his drawer and pulled out a brand new tub sock and handed it to me. He proceeded to grab my rice and we poured about a 4 cups of rice in it then tied a knot. I can form it to what I want whether it is a ham or a sausage. I can smash it really flat or plump it up. I had a home ec teacher see it and she was very excited as it was so adaptable.