Leftover Corned Beef Recipes To Make After St. Patrick's Day

Corned beef is a flavorful cut of beef cured and brined with salt, sugar, and spices. Whether you've just celebrated St. Patrick's Day or have some extra from a hearty dinner, there's no need to let the leftovers go to waste.

I've spent years perfecting my corned beef recipes and exploring creative ways to repurpose extra meat. From hearty sandwiches to comforting soups, here's my list of mouthwatering dishes that will transform your leftovers!

1. Corned Beef Hash

Corned beef hash is a classic breakfast that is delicious year-round but works exceptionally well to cure post-St. Patrick's Day hangovers. With its delightful blend of diced corned beef, potatoes, and onions cooked until crispy and golden brown, I'd call it Irish comfort food.

2. Irish Nachos

Like Mexican nachos or totchos, the toppings for Irish nachos are completely customizable, with one key difference: they call for thinly sliced potatoes instead of tortilla chips.

Add your favorite baked potato fixings along with leftover chopped corned beef.

3. Pinwheel Sandwiches

Pinwheels come in many varieties and are easy to make with leftover corned beef and any fresh veggies in the fridge. There are a few different examples on my Pinwheels page, try swapping the meat for thin slices of corned beef.

4. Corn Tortilla Quesadillas

Chopped corned beef makes excellent quesadillas with shredded white cheese like Swiss or provolone. I like to double-layer my corn tortillas so they hold up to all the meat and cheese, then fry in pan-fry in butter until golden and crispy.

5. Twice Baked Potatoes

Swap out the ham in my twice-baked potatoes for chopped corned beef and bake as instructed for an easy appetizer or side dish everyone will rave about. Orange cheddar still works, but white cheddar cheese is my favorite when corned beef is added to the mix.

6. Deviled Eggs

Enhance your deviled eggs by sprinkling them with finely chopped corned beef for a flavorful twist on a classic appetizer. Swap out the mayo and mustard for Thousand Island or Russian dressing for a fun take on a Reuben sandwich.

7. Grilled Cheese

Slap a few thin slices of corned beef on a grilled cheese sandwich for a quick and easy lunch or dinner that always hits the spot. You can use cheddar or Swiss cheese, but a slice of both is the sweet spot. See my prime rib grilled cheese too.

8. Air Fryer Potato Skins

Easy potato skins, or potato jackets, are super customizable with all of your favorite flavor combos. Adding chopped corned beef instead of bacon is a natural swap after (or during) St. Patrick's Day.

9. Split Pea Soup with Leftover Corned Beef

Split pea soup isn't just for Easter ham leftovers, the rich flavor of brined corned beef is an exceptional pairing. This is one of my family's favorite soup versions, as they like ham a lot less than I do.

Just chop up your roasted corned beef and toss it in at the end of the cooking process (you only need about 15-20 minutes to warm it and allow the flavors to blend a bit). Bonus - the leftover soup from your leftovers will taste amazing!

10. Corned Beef Breakfast Sandwich

Layer slices of tender corned beef between toasted English muffins with melted cheese and a fried egg for a hearty morning treat. A drizzle of honey mustard sauce is the perfect condiment.

11. Reuben Pizza 

When you think of pizza toppings, corned beef probably doesn't come to mind. However, once you try it with sauerkraut and Swiss cheese on hand-tossed dough, you might have a new favorite slice!

12. Corned Beef and Cabbage Soup 

Potatoes, peppers, cabbage, and corned beef simmered in a savory broth until tender. It has the familiar corned beef and cabbage flavors but in a warm and hearty soup that is perfect for cold weather.

13. Reuben Quiche

Make a delicious Reuben quiche using leftover corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese for a savory breakfast or brunch. It's a flavorful twist on the classic sandwich that's easy to prepare and perfect for using up St. Patrick's Day leftovers.

14.  Reuben Sandwich

Make a delicious Reuben sandwich by piling leftover corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Russian dressing between slices of rye bread. You can enjoy it cold, but it's so much better grilled or toasted!

15. Corned Beef Cheese Fries

Classic cheese fries are delicious with chopped corned beef sprinkled on top, or you can really get in the St. Paddy's spirit and make corned beef and cabbage fries. Potatoes, corned beef, and cabbage have always been a perfect flavor match!

16. Slow Cooker Reuben Dip

You can make a delicious Reuben dip using your slow cooker and leftover corned beef. Combine the beef with cream cheese, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island, then let it simmer until hot and bubbly for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.

17. Reuben Crescents

Wrap slices of corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing in crescent roll dough, then bake until golden brown. These savory crescents offer a delightful twist on the classic Reuben sandwich and are great for lunchboxes!

18. Reuben Stromboli

I love a great stromboli dinner and I know you will love this rich, tasty flavor combo rollup in a delightful dough. I've made these with just meat and cheese, or meat, cheese, and sauerkraut - but you could combine your chopped-up corned beef with colcannon too. Yum!

19. Reuben Casserole

A rich, satisfying casserole is a crowd-pleasing way to whip up a hearty family dinner. This leftover recipe combines the staple components of a Reuben sandwich.

20. Irish Pizza

Corned beef is so good on a pizza that I've shared two pizza ideas in this recipe collection. Pick one and you're sure to have a new family favorite!

21. Corned Beef Pie

I love savory pies and this hearty corned beef pie uses a double pastry dough to enclose all the deliciousness of beef and veggies. It's a fantastic dinner idea as-is, or topped with a layer of colcannon like my leftover prime rib pot pie.

22. Corned Beef Hash Soup

This easy leftover soup recipe uses savory chunks of your leftover corned beef with the usual stew veggies (carrots, onions, potatoes). I would add some cabbage too. 😋

23. Corned Beef Tacos

I love tacos of many flavors and this combo is a hit! I was surprised that I really enjoyed the corned beef with taco toppings, served in tortillas, but it was a great lunch.

24. Cottage Pie

A savory corned beef version of the classic ground beef cottage pie (or shepherd's pie). Don't forget to use your leftover colcannon as the mashed topping for that extra special Irish-y touch!!

25. Irish Egg Rolls

This flavor pairing was exactly what I expected (and I can't wait to make some more). The crispy egg roll is delightful when filled with corned beef and kraut.

More Recipes To Swap Corned Beef Into

• Tater Tot Hamburger Casserole
• Ham and Cheese Quiche
• Au Gratin Potatoes with Diced Ham
• Deviled Ham or Ham Salad
• Ham Stroganoff
• Ham and Potato Casserole
• Steak Quesadillas
• Creamy Cauliflower Ham Soup
• Crockpot Cabbage
• Fried Cabbage
• Kielbasa Cabbage Skillet
• Haluski
• Cabbage Soup with Kielbasa

💭 Tips For Using Up Leftover Corned Beef

Although delicious, corned beef has a distinct flavor that works better in some recipes than others. Here are more of my favorite fool-proof ways to use up leftover corned beef:

1. Corned Beef Hash: A classic. It’s one of my favorite breakfasts and so easy to make because the meat is already cooked. Just chop the beef, potatoes, and onions and fry them in a skillet until golden and crispy!
2. Breakfast Casseroles: Easy, savory meals everyone loves. Chopped leftover corned beef is a winning combination w
3. Sandwiches and Wraps: Outside of breakfast time, I usually opt for a corned beef wrap or sandwich. I like to slice the beef thinly and layer it with Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing for an easy Reuben.
4. Quiches and Frittatas: The creamy, cheesy egg custard used in quiches and frittatas pairs perfectly with the salty flavor of corned beef. Slice, dice, or chop your leftover beef and mix it right in before baking.
5. Stir-Fries: Sometimes I like to mix my leftover corned beef into stir-fries for dinner. Just chop it up and saute it with some peppers, onions, or squash with a little stir-fry sauce and serve over rice or noodles.
6. Salads: Cold corned beef is great on salads and adds a lot of flavor. It pairs best with mixed greens and a tangy Italian vinaigrette dressing, in my opinion.

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