7 Ways With: Leftover Ham Recipes (2024)

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1 of 34 Don't Toss That Leftover Ham! 1 of 34 2 of 34 Ham and Lima Bean Fried Rice 2 of 34 3 of 34 Grilled Apricots with Burrata, Country Ham and Arugula 3 of 34 4 of 34 Grilled Ham-and-Cheese Sandwiches with Strawberry-Shallot Jam 4 of 34 5 of 34 Spinach and Ham Stuffed Baked Potatoes 5 of 34 6 of 34 Fig, Ham, and Ricotta Pizza 6 of 34 7 of 34 Fettuccine Alfredo with Ham and Peas 7 of 34 8 of 34 Ham-and-Swiss-Loaded Potatoes 8 of 34 9 of 34 Asparagus-and-Ham Casserole 9 of 34 10 of 34 Ham-and-Bacon Quiche 10 of 34 11 of 34 Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Ham and Garlic 11 of 34 12 of 34 Ham Fried Rice 12 of 34 13 of 34 Ham and Vegetable Soup 13 of 34 14 of 34 Ham and Swiss Bread Pudding 14 of 34 15 of 34 Cheesy Ham and Mushroom Pasta 15 of 34 16 of 34 Capricciosa Pizza (Ham, Mushrooms, Mozzarella, and Artichokes) 16 of 34 17 of 34 Waffled Gruyère & Ham Grits 17 of 34 18 of 34 Green Eggs and Ham Frittata 18 of 34 19 of 34 Crispy Rice with Ham and Bean Sprouts 19 of 34 20 of 34 Smoky Ham and Split Pea Soup 20 of 34 21 of 34 Veggie Fried Rice with Crispy Ham 21 of 34 22 of 34 Bow-Tie Pasta with Ham, Leeks and Peas 22 of 34 23 of 34 Braised Beans with Collard Greens and Ham 23 of 34 24 of 34 Ham-and-Greens Crostini 24 of 34 25 of 34 Country-Ham-and-Egg Toasts 25 of 34 26 of 34 Ham, Gruyère and Spinach Strata 26 of 34 27 of 34 Brussels Sprouts with Ham 27 of 34 28 of 34 Ham-and-Swiss Sticky Buns 28 of 34 29 of 34 Rice and Ham Croquettes with Tomato Sauce 29 of 34 30 of 34 Ham and Cheese Tartine 30 of 34 31 of 34 Hawaiian Ham Sandwiches 31 of 34 32 of 34 Pasta Primavera with Ham and Mushrooms 32 of 34 33 of 34 Eggplant and Ham Fritters with Creamy Mustard Sauce 33 of 34 34 of 34 Savory Ham, Cheese, and Chive Scones 34 of 34 Up Next

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Scrambling for ideas about what do with that leftover ham? Sample a few of our favorite soups, casseroles, and side dishes that transform leftovers in bold new ways.

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Don't Toss That Leftover Ham!

Don't Toss That Leftover Ham!

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A ham that's all decked out for the holidays is a sight to behold, but it's challenging to make the leftovers just as appetizing. If you're ready to think outside the usual "split pea soup" box, try slipping that ham into fried rice, vegetable sides, casseroles, vegetable soup, or quiche.

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Ham and Lima Bean Fried Rice

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Ham and Lima Bean Fried Rice Recipe

This delicious Southern twist on fried rice is made with pantry and freezer staples, so you probably already have most of the ingredients on hand.

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Grilled Apricots with Burrata, Country Ham and Arugula

Grilled Apricots with Burrata, Country Ham and Arugula

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Grilled Apricots with Burrata, Country Ham and Arugula Recipe

Depending on the season, Travis Lett also makes this salad with plums, peaches and pears.

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Grilled Ham-and-Cheese Sandwiches with Strawberry-Shallot Jam

Grilled Ham-and-Cheese Sandwiches with Strawberry-Shallot Jam

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Grilled Ham-and-Cheese Sandwiches with Strawberry-Shallot Jam Recipe

Use roasted turkey instead of ham, if you prefer.

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Spinach and Ham Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Spinach and Ham Stuffed Baked Potatoes

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Spinach and Ham Stuffed Baked Potatoes Recipe

Stuffed potatoes are a delicious, easy way to bring a hearty dinner to the table and use up leftover ham and veggies. Pair with a salad for an easy weeknight dinner.

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Fig, Ham, and Ricotta Pizza

Fig, Ham, and Ricotta Pizza

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Fig, Ham, and Ricotta Pizza Recipe

Top pizza dough with a ricotta cheese mixture, figs, onion, and ham to make this pizza.

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Fettuccine Alfredo with Ham and Peas

Fettuccine Alfredo with Ham and Peas

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Fettuccine Alfredo with Ham and Peas Recipe

This easy pasta dish is loaded with flavor and perfect for spring weather.

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Ham-and-Swiss-Loaded Potatoes

Ham-and-Swiss-Loaded Potatoes

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Ham-and-Swiss-Loaded Potatoes Recipe

Stuffed with chunks of Swiss cheese, ham, scallions, and sour cream, these nifty little spuds can be put together at the last moment for a quick weeknight supper featuring leftover ham. Potatoes bake in the microwave and then crisp up under the broiler.

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Asparagus-and-Ham Casserole

Asparagus-and-Ham Casserole Recipe

This speedy casserole is pure comfort food and needs only 10 minutes to bake. That's because most of the prep work (cooking pasta and making a light cream sauce) is done on the stovetop. Simply bake to brown the breadcrumbs and make the filling bubbly.

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Ham-and-Bacon Quiche

Ham-and-Bacon Quiche

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Ham-and-Bacon Quiche Recipe

Real men will definitely eat this quiche because it's loaded with all kinds of tasty ingredients: ham, bacon, mushrooms, cheese and cream. But the best part of the deal is that using refrigerated pie crust keeps prep time to just 20 minutes.

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Ham and Garlic

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Ham and Garlic

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Ham and Garlic Recipe

If you don't already love Brussels sprouts, this is the recipe that will change your mind. That's because roasting these tiny little cabbages brings out their inherent sweetness and softens their bold personality. Try it -- you'll like it.

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Ham Fried Rice

Ham Fried Rice

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Ham Fried Rice Recipe

This simple stir fry is the kind of meal you'll find yourself wanting to make over and over again when you're trying to use up leftovers. It not only works well with ham, but also with chicken or a fridge full of leftover veggies.

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Ham and Vegetable Soup

Ham and Vegetable Soup

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Ham and Vegetable Soup Recipe

All you need is 20 minutes to put together this hearty soup made with leftover ham, bacon, and six different fresh vegetables. While the soup simmers for 30 minutes, warm up some crusty bread and throw together a quick salad.

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Ham and Swiss Bread Pudding

Ham and Swiss Bread Pudding

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Ham and Swiss Bread Pudding Recipe

Hawaiian rolls give this savory bread pudding a hint of sweetness that nicely offsets the salty ham. To save time, toast rolls the day before. That keeps assembly time quick so you can put up your feet while the savory dish bubbles and bakes.

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Cheesy Ham and Mushroom Pasta

Cheesy Ham and Mushroom Pasta

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Cheesy Ham and Mushroom Pasta Recipe

"My mom is a great cook, and she inspires me to create delicious recipes, like this one."

Jennifer Kriegel, 27, Framingham, Mass.

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Capricciosa Pizza (Ham, Mushrooms, Mozzarella, and Artichokes)

Capricciosa Pizza (Ham, Mushrooms, Mozzarella, and Artichokes)

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Capricciosa Pizza (Ham, Mushrooms, Mozzarella, and Artichokes) Recipe

Ca' Momi, a bustling restaurant in Napa, California, is known for its rigorously authentic Neapolitan-style pizza. This one--its name translates as "capricious"--can be found throughout pizzerias in Italy, says Dario De Conti, the restaurant's head pizza maker and co-owner.

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Waffled Gruyère & Ham Grits

Waffled Gruyère & Ham Grits

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Make the ultimate leftovers brunch. Invite friends if you feel like sharing.

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Green Eggs and Ham Frittata

Green Eggs and Ham Frittata

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Green Eggs and Ham Frittata Recipe

Grab all the leftover veggies in your fridge to add flavor to this easy frittata.

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Crispy Rice with Ham and Bean Sprouts

Crispy Rice with Ham and Bean Sprouts

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Crispy Rice with Ham and Bean Sprouts Recipe

Toasting half the rice in this recipe yields warmth and crunch that takes this ultra-comforting 5-ingredient entrée from ordinary to exceptional. For an added kick, serve with a drizzle of Sriracha.

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Smoky Ham and Split Pea Soup

Smoky Ham and Split Pea Soup

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Smoky Ham and Split Pea Soup Recipe

This split pea and ham soup turns out creamy and delicious every time, all thanks to your slow cooker. Salty ham balances out the peas' light, earthy flavor, while the potatoes slowly release their starches to create the perfect silky texture. After 8 hours of hands-off, crockpot cooking, this split pea and ham soup is ready to devour (although leftovers fare well in the freezer, too). An easy, excellent recipe to add to your fall/winter rotation, this filling and flavorful split pea and ham soup is sure to become a new favorite in your house. Top with freshly cracked pepper and serve with a side of crusty bread.

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Veggie Fried Rice with Crispy Ham

Veggie Fried Rice with Crispy Ham

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Veggie Fried Rice with Crispy Ham Recipe

For this quick family dinner, a small amount of salty ham is crisped and used as a topping. That way you can use far less and still get a big flavor impact.

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Bow-Tie Pasta with Ham, Leeks and Peas

Bow-Tie Pasta with Ham, Leeks and Peas

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Bow-Tie Pasta with Ham, Leeks and Peas Recipe

A box of pasta, fresh veggies and some leftover deli ham is all you need to make Bow-Tie Pasta with Ham, Leeks and Peas. This family-pleasing meal is table-ready in just under 30 minutes.

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Braised Beans with Collard Greens and Ham

Braised Beans with Collard Greens and Ham

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Braised Beans with Collard Greens and Ham Recipe

Smoked ham hocks are inexpensive and give the dish rich flavor; substitute with ham steak if you prefer. This dish defines easy, relaxed cooking, so don't stress over measurements.

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Ham-and-Greens Crostini

Ham-and-Greens Crostini

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Ham-and-Greens Crostini Recipe

Creamy and salty Ham-and-Greens Crostini takes its inspiration from a classic Southern dish. To make ahead, refrigerate cooked greens up to two days. The base is an easy French bread Crostini.

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Country-Ham-and-Egg Toasts

Country-Ham-and-Egg Toasts

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Country-Ham-and-Egg Toasts Recipe

Carolyn says: "I think the tartine, an open-faced sandwich from France, is the most versatile vehicle for a healthy breakfast. Try topping with everything from poached eggs to leftover chicken."

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Ham, Gruyère and Spinach Strata

Ham, Gruyère and Spinach Strata

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Ham, Gruyère and Spinach Strata Recipe

Whip up Ham, Gruyère and Spinach Strata for a filling breakfast or brunch dish. It's a great dish for using leftover holiday ham.

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Brussels Sprouts with Ham

Brussels Sprouts with Ham

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Brussels Sprouts with Ham Recipe

Dressed with mustard and sour cream, our Brussels Sprouts with Ham takes this veggie salad to new levels.

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Ham-and-Swiss Sticky Buns

Ham-and-Swiss Sticky Buns

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Ham-and-Swiss Sticky Buns Recipe

Stuff the dough deep into the muffin cups so that the tops rise into a cheesy dome while baking.

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Rice and Ham Croquettes with Tomato Sauce

Rice and Ham Croquettes with Tomato Sauce

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Rice and Ham Croquettes with Tomato Sauce Recipe

These ham-studded rice fritters are the Lowcountry version of Italian arancini.

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Ham and Cheese Tartine

Ham and Cheese Tartine

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Ham and Cheese Tartine Recipe

This lean snack of Ham and Cheese Tartine satisfies your craving for something savory. Pick pumpernickel bread as the base for this snack as it has resistant starch, a fat-burning carb.

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Hawaiian Ham Sandwiches

Hawaiian Ham Sandwiches

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Hawaiian Ham Sandwiches Recipe

With the perfect combination of sweet and salty flavors, these Hawaiian Ham Sandwiches are sure to be crowd-pleasers. Serve them during the holidays or during a football party–they are great for any occasion.

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Pasta Primavera with Ham and Mushrooms

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Pasta Primavera with Ham and Mushrooms Recipe

It's hard to beat pasta primavera. Butit's even harder to beat a 20-minute pasta primavera that only requires one skillet. Use a frozen broccoli, cauliflower, and carrot mix to save time and add color, texture, and nutrition. This recipe is one to keep in your back pocket forbusy afternoons when there's notime for prep.

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Eggplant and Ham Fritters with Creamy Mustard Sauce

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Eggplant and Ham Fritters with Creamy Mustard Sauce Recipe

Crispy on the outside andpillowy on the inside, these golden, savory fritters are the perfect starter or brunch dish. With a delicate eggplant flavor, deliciously balanced by smoky ham, this is the perfect gateway recipe for anyone who claims to “hate” eggplant. Try not to over-mix the batter as this will make your fritters chewy, and be sure to work in small batches while frying so you don’t overcrowd the pan. If you have trouble finding crème frâiche, you can easily substitute full-fat sour cream.

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Savory Ham, Cheese, and Chive Scones

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Savory Ham, Cheese, and Chive Scones Recipe

These savory scones are flakey, cheesy, rich, and uber-delicious. Similar to biscuits in texture, method, and ingredients, you’ll want to make sure you’re ingredients are good and cold to ensure the tenderest, flakiest scones possible. The scones can be made into whatever shape you like, they’ll bake just the same. Hearty, portable, and guaranteed crowd-pleasers, these ham, cheese, and chive scones would be perfect to pack up for a brunch or morning tailgate.

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