What to make with Leftover Ham Recipes
38 amazing ideas for you to decide what to make with left over ham recipes. Your holiday ham will be the shining star all week long with these breakfast soup, and casseroles. For more recipes like this see my Main Dish page.
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Are you stuck in a dinner rut and wondering what to do with the leftover ham from your holiday feast? Well you are in the right place! I found some delicious and easy recipes that will help you use up that last bit of ham.
From family-friendly casseroles to one-pot dishes and everything in between, these recipes are perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
Leftover ham or other roasts are a great way to stretch your grocery budget and have meat on hand for quick delicious meals. If you made too much ham for a special occasion or simply picked up one too many packages, these recipes are for you!
Turn that leftover ham into something new and tasty. From simple soups and salads to casseroles and sandwiches, these 38 recipes will give you tons of ideas on what to do with that extra ham. They all look so tasty, I have a few on my list to try too!
How long is Leftover Ham Good For?
Leftover ham is stays fresh for 3 -5 day in the refrigerator or up to 3 months in the freezer. If you plan to freeze leftover ham make sure to do it as soon as possible for best results.
What to make with Leftover Ham Recipes
Leftover ham is a great ingredient to have in the kitchen, whether you’ve cooked a ham from a special occasion or picked up some pre-cooked slices from the grocery store.
It’s also incredibly versatile and can be used for so many different recipes!
Leftover Ham Breakfast Recipes
Start your morning off right with one of these delicious leftover ham breakfast recipes!
Baked Eggs With Ham and Cheese
Egg in a hole! Easy pan fred eggs with ham!
Loaded Ham and Cheese Waffles
Ham and cheese filled waffles make this amazing breakfast sandwich.
Jalapeno Ham Hash
Yummy ham version of corned beef hash. Serve as a side dish or under fried eggs for a great breakfast skillet meal.
Ham Egg and Cheese Hash Brown Breakfast Muffins
Yummy baked ham, egg and hash brown muffins for breakfast on the go!
Ham and Cheese Quiche {Easy Recipe!}
Perfect breakfast or anytime dish for leftover ham!
Hawaiian Scrambled Eggs Recipe | Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Fluffy scrambled eggs with cheese, ham, pineapple, and tomatoes.
Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole with Tater Tots
A fluffy egg casserole layered with ham, cheddar and peppers topped with crispy tater tots
Ham and Cheese Croissant Bake
Easy breakfast casserole with leftover ham, croissants, heavy cream and mozzarella.
Leftover Ham Soup Recipes
Leftover ham is an incredibly versatile ingredient, and one of the best ways to use it up is by making soup.
Soups are a great way to make use of extra ingredients and leftovers you may have in the fridge or pantry.
Crockpot Potato Soup (Cheesy Delicious!)
Cheesy crockpot potato soup recipe packed full of tender potatoes, ham and vegetables all mixed into a creamy base.
Instant Pot Navy Bean Soup
Cozy winter soup with white beans paired with salty leftover ham and dried herbs for a hearty soup
Slow Cooker Ham Soup with Potatoes and Kale
Slow Cooker soup with potatoes carrots and kale.
Hearty Split Pea Soup with Ham, Potatoes and Toasted Croutons
Thick and hearty soup with tender split peas and russet potatoes along carrots, onions and fresh thyme.
Ham and Cabbage Soup
Ham and cabbage soup is a mix of carrots, celery, bell pepper, onion, cabbage and ham, all simmered together in a savory broth.
Classic Ham & White Bean Soup
Tender ham, creamy white beans and hearty vegetables, in a rich broth.
Leftover Ham Sandwich Recipes
Classic sandwich combinations and creative concoctions for a quick snack or an easy lunch.
Ham Salad
Yummy spread with relish, celery, and green onions with a mayo and mustard blend.
Leftover Ham Ideas: Ham and Cheese Panini
Warm and toasty ham and cheese sandwich on a Panini press.
Ham and Cheese Sliders
Sweet Hawaiian rolls, smoky ham and Swiss cheese make these tasty sandwiches so good!
Leftover Ham Salad Recipes
Use up that leftover ham by transforming them into tasty and nutritious salads.
Hawaiian Chopped Ham Salad is a twist on traditional ham salad
Chopped ham combined with veggies, relish and mayonnaise is the winning combination for a tasty ham salad recipe.
Grandmas 7 Layer Salad: With Chopped Ham and Peas
Gorgeous layered salad with pasta, boiled eggs, ham, sweet peas, lettuce and cheese with a mayo and dijon mustard dressing.
Leftover Ham Casserole Recipes
Ham casseroles are a great way to turn leftover ham into an exciting and delicious meal or side dish.
Ham and Rice Casserole
Skillet meal with tender chunks of ham, long grain rice, broccoli, and cheese!
Scalloped Potatoes with Ham
Layered potatoes, cheese and caramelized onions.
Ham Casserole - Swiss Cheese & Noodle Bake - Fantabulosity
Leftover ham mixed with Swiss cheese and cream of mushroom soup to make a comforting noodle casserole.
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole - Low Carb, Keto, THM S
Chicken, ham, and swiss cheese layered in a creamy dijon sauce.
Easy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
Homemade scalloped potatoes and ham recipe with a creamy, cheesy sauce, chunks of ham and thin cut potato layers.
Ham Pot Pie
Simple flaky and buttery ham pot pie with puff pastry, ham and veggies in a creamy roux.
Leftover Ham Recipes Pasta
Leftover ham is one of the most versatile ingredients you can keep in your kitchen. It can be used to create delicious and hearty comfort food meals with pasta!
Creamy Pasta With Ham and Peas
Pasta with ham, peas, and in a creamy Parmesan cheese sauce.
Broccoli Ham Macaroni and Cheese Casserole
Yummy cheesy favorite with ham, macaroni and broccoli baked into this cheesy casserole.
Easy Ravioli with a Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce
Ravioli with ham and peas in a creamy garlic butter sauce.
Tortellini Pasta with Asparagus, Spinach, and Ham
Tortellini pasta with asparagus, spinach, and ham casserole.
Ham Tetrazzini
Creamy sauce mixed with pasta, ham and mushrooms baked with spaghetti noodles.
Creamy Ham and Tomato Penne al Baffo
Ham and tomato penne with a creamy sauce.
Leftover Ham Appetizer and Meals
Utilizing basic pantry staples and a few fresh ingredients, you’ll have a tasty and crowd-pleasing appetizer in no time.
Ham & Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms - Low Carb, Keto, THM S
Ham, cheese and cream cheese stuffed mushrooms.
Pineapple Ham Cheese Ball - Easy Party Appetizer Recipe!
Classic cheese ball recipes with the additon of pineapple and ham.
Ham and Cabbage
Slow cooker cabbage with ham, chicken broth and seasonings.
Slow Cooker Pinto Beans and Ham
Tex-mex seasoned beans with ham and cornbread.
Best Ham Fried Rice
Ham fried rice with leftover rice, diced ham, veggies, and seasonings.
15-Minute Teriyaki Ham Stir Fry
Quick diced ham stir fry recipe with rice, peas, carrots and seasonings.
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