My leftover ham recipes are a perfect way to use leftover ham to make satisfying breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Don't waste a great oven-baked ham from your holiday meals. Save every bit of that delicious ham meat for these fantastic leftover recipes!
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- 1. Creamy Ham and Pea Pasta
- 2. Ham Casserole with Broccoli and Cheese
- 3. Cheesy Ham & Bow Tie Pasta
- 4. Cauliflower Ham Soup
- 5. Ham Chowder
- 6. Grilled Ham & Cheese
- 7. Ham & Egg Breakfast Cups
- 8. Omelet Roll
- 9. Sopa de Chícharos
- 10. Ham Loaf
- 11. Ham Salad
- 12. Baked Denver Omelet
- 13. Ramen Noodles With Ham
- 14. Creamy Ham Stroganoff & Pasta
- 15. Holiday Ham Casserole
- 16. Ham and Cheese Quiche
- 17. Ham and Cheese Omelet
- 18. Creamy Crockpot Ham Potato Soup
- 19. Ham and Potato Casserole
- 20. Deviled Ham
- 21. Au Gratin Potatoes with Diced Ham
- 💭 Tips For Using Up Leftover Baked Ham
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 18+ Leftover Ham Recipes: Au Gratin Potatoes with Diced Ham (+More!)
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Delicious sweet and savory ham dinners are one of my favorites, whether a Christmas glazed honey ham or a weeknight meal. Since I'm the biggest ham fan in the family, there are always plenty of leftovers.
To get everyone to help me eat all of the ham, I've gotten pretty creative with some fantastic leftover ham recipes. Make a hearty breakfast, a cheesy ham lunch, or serve a crowd-pleasing dinner with all these tasty meals!
1. Creamy Ham and Pea Pasta
Tender pieces of leftover ham with the classic complimenting peas served over pasta in a rich and delicious sauce. This filling family meal is a household favorite, even with those who aren't huge ham fans.
Tasty, easy skillet dinners like this are perfect for weeknight meals and feeding a hungry crowd!
2. Ham Casserole with Broccoli and Cheese
Another great use of leftover ham that's ridiculously tasty! The crunchy topping is the perfect addition to this deliciously creamy pasta casserole!
This hearty meal combines my favorites - ham, broccoli, cheddar, and pasta - for an easy dinner everyone loves!
3. Cheesy Ham & Bow Tie Pasta
This light pasta dinner is a quick meal that tastes amazing with its light sauce and tender pieces of cubed ham! The bowtie pasta is perfect for coating with sauce to make sure each bite is packed with flavor!
You can make this dish super-quick with thawed peas and carrots, or mix and match to use up whatever veggies you have in the fridge!
4. Cauliflower Ham Soup
Cauliflower soup is incredibly smooth, rich, and tasty, and it's even better with fried chunks of leftover ham stirred in. To make the meal more filling, top the soup with a handful of cheese, chives, or even a touch of sour cream.
5. Ham Chowder
Ham chowder is another amazing soup to add to your recipe Rolodex for using ham. It has a rich combination of potatoes, cheese, and ham that the whole family will love.
If desired, you can use an immersion blender to make your chowder nice and creamy, or you can enjoy this soup chunky and rustic.
6. Grilled Ham & Cheese
My favorite everyday sandwich, meaning I could eat it every day. Grilled ham and cheese is my bag, baby!
Assemble this staple lunch sandwich and cook it to crispy perfection in your air fryer. Toast both sides of the bread for the ultimate grilled ham and cheese.
7. Ham & Egg Breakfast Cups
Make these tasty breakfast cups with sliced leftover ham or deli ham slices. They're almost effortless to make, and your kids will LOVE them!
8. Omelet Roll
Want to impress your family? Make this exceptionally tasty ham and cheese omelet roll this weekend. It's easier than you think and looks as impressive as it tastes.
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9. Sopa de Chícharos
This delicious Cuban split pea soup takes the everyday classic recipe to wonderfully flavorful new heights. I have always LOVED split pea soup, but this Cuban version takes the spot as my best-ever favorite!
10. Ham Loaf
A vintage-inspired dish that offers a delicious twist on traditional meatloaf, utilizing leftover ham as its main ingredient. This ham loaf is mixed with ground pork, ham, breadcrumbs, milk, and seasonings and then baked to a juicy finish.
The brown sugar Dijon glaze sets this loaf apart, which adds a tangy-sweet crust and enhances its flavor profile. It's a simple yet satisfying meal that pairs well with classic sides like mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables.
11. Ham Salad
The recipe involves a simple mix of diced cooked ham, crunchy celery, creamy mayonnaise, tangy dill pickles, and a touch of Dijon mustard, all blended to create a smooth and flavorful ham salad mixture.
This recipe is quick to prepare, takes about 10 minutes, and is ideal for an easy lunch or as a delightful appetizer.
12. Baked Denver Omelet
This simple yet delicious take on the classic Denver omelet is perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch. It involves sautéing onions, bell peppers, and ham, which are then mixed with whipped eggs, milk, and cheddar cheese and baked to fluffy perfection.
With a total prep and cook time of 35 minutes, this baked omelet is a time-saver and a versatile meal that can be customized with various add-ins to suit any taste.
13. Ramen Noodles With Ham
This dish features ramen noodles served in a homemade broth rich with sautéed ham, ginger, and garlic flavors, enhanced with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and rice vinegar. It's a comforting bowl that brings a restaurant-quality experience to your dining table.
You can customize your soup with toppings such as hard-boiled eggs, chili paste, sriracha, shiitake mushrooms, carrots, green onions, sesame seeds, and more.
14. Creamy Ham Stroganoff & Pasta
This Ham Stroganoff recipe transforms leftover ham into a cozy and satisfying meal. It pairs tender al dente pasta with hearty chunks of cooked ham, all enveloped in a creamy mushroom gravy.
It's a comfort food classic with a twist. Its savory and rich flavor profile makes it perfect for a family dinner.
15. Holiday Ham Casserole
Holiday ham Casserole combines the savory flavors of diced ham with the comforting texture of thinly sliced potatoes. This casserole is baked to golden perfection, bound together by a rich, creamy bechamel sauce, and layered with sharp cheddar cheese.
16. Ham and Cheese Quiche
Ham and cheese quiche combines savory chunks of cooked ham with creamy cheese and egg custard in a flaky butter pie crust. It refrigerated and freezes beautifully for an easy reheat-and-eat breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner.
Follow my guide to making quiche for thorough step-by-step instructions, tips, and tricks.
17. Ham and Cheese Omelet
A quick and easy 3-egg ham and cheese omelet never disappoints at breakfast time. It's a protein-packed breakfast, brunch, lunch, or breakfast-for-dinner that you can whip up in about 10 minutes.
18. Creamy Crockpot Ham Potato Soup
Crockpot ham potato soup has a rich, creamy texture and savory flavor that make it a perfect choice for cold and cozy evenings. With carrots, onions, celery, potatoes, and chunks of ham, it's an all-in-one meal your family will love.
19. Ham and Potato Casserole
This savory casserole can be served as an entree or side dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's loaded with tender potatoes, diced ham, and a rich and cheesy sauce made with a combination of mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
20. Deviled Ham
My deviled ham has a perfectly balanced blend of mayo, mustard, hot pepper sauce, ham, and seasonings for a spread that is tangy, creamy, and savory in the best way. Smear it on sandwiches or wraps, or serve it as a quick and easy chip dip appetizer for parties!
21. Au Gratin Potatoes with Diced Ham
Au gratin potatoes with diced ham is a comforting dish that combines creamy sliced potatoes with savory ham, baked until golden and bubbly. It's a cheesy potato side dish that works for everything from special occasions to weeknight family dinners.
💭 Tips For Using Up Leftover Baked Ham
Cooking with leftover ham is incredibly versatile and adds a savory, salty element to any dish it's added to. Here are some tips to make the most of your leftover ham:
- Macaroni and Cheese: Dice up cooked ham and stir it into macaroni and cheese to add protein and salty, smokey ham flavor. It's one of my all-time favorite add-ins for mac & cheese.
- Soup: Add diced ham to a pot with vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions. Add broth, herbs, and other desired seasonings to create a flavorful soup.
- Quiche or Frittata: Incorporate diced ham into a quiche or frittata for a tasty breakfast or brunch. Combine with eggs, cheese, and vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for a satisfying meal.
- Sandwiches and Wraps: Layer slices of ham with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and your favorite condiments for a quick and easy meal.
- Stir-Fries: Add diced ham to stir-fries for a protein and flavor boost. Combine with vegetables and your choice of sauce, then serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Ham and Cheese Roll-Ups: Roll up slices of ham with cheese and any of your favorite veggies and condiments and enjoy an easy snack!
How Long Can I Store Leftover Ham In The Refrigerator?
Leftover ham can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days before it should be discarded. Store it in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in a plastic cling wrap.
Can I Freeze Leftover Ham?
Yes, ham freezes great! Wrap it tightly in plastic clingwrap or aluminum foil or place it in an airtight container before freezing. For the best flavor, use it within 1-2 months.
Can I make Broth or stock it with leftover Ham?
Yes! Save your ham bones and trimmings to make savory pork broth. Simmer the bones, trimmings, or meat with veggies and herbs in water for several hours. Then, the broth can be used as a base for soups, stews, or sauces.
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18+ Leftover Ham Recipes: Au Gratin Potatoes with Diced Ham (+More!)
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon butter
- ½ cup onion approx ½ small onion (minced)
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt & pepper (to taste)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 4 large russet potatoes (washed and sliced thin, ⅛ inch thickness at most for best results)
- ½ lb cooked ham (diced)
(Note: 2x or 3x only changes the ingredient list)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Butter a 1 to 1 ½ quart casserole dish.
- Melt 3 tablespoon butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced ½ cup onion and cook until translucent and soft. Add seasoning (½ teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, salt & pepper) and stir.
- Add the 2 cups heavy cream - or use the same quantity (2 cups) of milk with 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour whisked into the milk while it is still cold.
- Whisk frequently until the heavy cream is heated through, usually about 3-4 minutes. Then add shredded 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese and stir until melted. Once the cheese is melted, remove your saucepan from the heat and set aside.
- Sear the diced ½ lb cooked ham until browning on the sides in a small frying pan or skillet. Remove from heat and set aside for assembling your au gratin potatoes.
- Layer your sliced 4 large russet potatoes in even layers, covering the bottom of the casserole dish. Top with the seared diced ham, then pour your cheddar cheese sauce over the layered potatoes and diced ham.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 1 ½ hours. Your au gratin potatoes are done once they are tender when forked. Allow them to cool for about 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- If you use a different size baking dish, if the potatoes are thick-sliced, or if the potatoes are stacked thicker or thinner than they would be in the suggested size dish, your au gratin potatoes with diced ham will have a different cooking time.
- The aluminum foil can be removed during the last 15-30 minutes of cooking time to brown your au gratin potatoes if desired.
Danielle Gendron says
Recette au jambon était délicieuse. Merci
"Ham recipe was delicious. THANKS"