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These Leftover Ham Recipes have it all. Soups, casseroles, sandwiches, pasta and more. All made with leftover ham so none of your holiday leftovers go to waste. The holiday meal is over, the guests have gone home, and what remains is a generous portion of ham sitting patiently in your fridge. While it’s tempting to reheat the same plate, leftover ham is actually a culinary goldmine. Leftover ham isn’t just an afterthought, it’s an opportunity. With a little imagination, yesterday’s centerpiece becomes today’s comfort food, saving time, money, and effort while delivering big on flavor.

If you are in need of a ham recipe to start, here are a few of my favorites: Slow Cooker Ham – Orange Honey Baked Ham – Pineapple Honey Glazed Ham – Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham

The Beauty of Leftover Ham

Ham’s smoky, salty richness makes it an ideal ingredient for a wide range of dishes. Whether diced, shredded, or sliced, it blends effortlessly into breakfast classics, hearty dinners, and even comforting soups. The key is to think beyond repetition and embrace creativity.

Freeze for Future Meals

If you have more ham than you can handle, don’t worry. Dice it into portions and freeze it for later use. It’s perfect for tossing into soups, casseroles, or even last-minute meals when time is tight.

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Don’t Waste a Slice: Transform Your Leftover Ham into Magic

1

OLD FASHIONED HAM BALLS

This OLD FASHIONED HAM BALLS RECIPE is cherished in the American Midwest, where budget, flavor, and tradition all come together at dinner.

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2

HAM AND CHEESE CROISSANT BAKE

This HAM AND CHEESE CROISSANT BAKE is perfect for holidays, breakfast for dinner or lazy Sunday mornings with the family.

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3

HAM & CHEESE HAWAIIAN ROLL SLIDERS

Make these Ham & Cheese Hawaiian Roll Sliders to feed your hungry crowd for dinner, parties, game-day and holidays.

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4

HAM AND CHEESE ROLL UPS

Ham and Cheese Roll Ups are an awesome appetizer and a great way to use leftover ham. Ham, cheese and pickles rolled into a tortilla.

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5

Baked Ham Penne Pasta Casserole

Baked Ham Penne Pasta is a family favorite for any night of the week. Penne pasta, savory ham and a rich and creamy garlic – cheese sauce.

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6

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is an easy, comfort food dish that’s sure to please! Recipe includes make-ahead freezer meal directions.

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7

Muffalata Oven Baked Sandwiches

It doesn’t get much easier than these Muffalata Oven Baked Sandwiches! Layers of ham, salami, mortadella, provolone, mozzarella & green olive salad.

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Creamy Ham & Cheese Spaghetti

Loaded with chopped ham, cheesy white sauce, and fabulous flavor, Creamy Ham & Cheese Spaghetti is a deliciously different twist on classic spaghetti.

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Ham and Pea Pasta

Ham and Pea Pasta is a quick 30 minute dinner that the whole family will love. Easy to find ingredients and a creamy sauce make this recipe a total winner.

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Baked Ham and Brie in Puff Pastry

Baked Ham and Brie in Puff Pastry. Creamy brie is wrapped in Black Forest Ham, wrapped in puff pastry and baked until golden brown.

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Ham and Cheese Casserole

Ham and cheese casserole made with leftover ham. Creamy ham and cheese with noodles. Uses 2 cups of leftover ham, and is baked in an 8×8 dish.

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Ham and Potato Soup

This easy Ham and Potato Soup recipe can be made with ham hocks or a leftover ham bone. It’s so simple, but big on flavor! Rich, hearty, and so comforting on a chilly night.

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13

Easy Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Combine your leftover ham with spinach and cheese to make delicious gluten-free stuffed sweet potatoes that the whole family will love!

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HAM and CHEESE SLIDERS

Ham and Cheese Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls are a great way to use up that leftover holiday ham. These Sliders are fantastic for holidays, parties or game day.

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Ham and Cheese Frittata

This Ham and Cheese Frittata is a quick and flavorful breakfast recipe! It includes diced ham, cheese and veggies and is great for meal prep!

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Slow Cooker Ham & Corn Chowder

Slow Cooker Ham & Corn Chowder is a deliciously hearty and creamy meal perfect for sharing together as a family.

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Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole with Biscuits

For an easy holiday breakfast recipe to feed a hungry crowd, make this Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole with Biscuits.

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Ham and Broccoli Casserole au Gratin

Of course this Ham and Broccoli Casserole au Gratin is a riff on my mega-popular Ham and Cauliflower Casserole au Gratin!

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Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Bake

This Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Bake is the perfect way to use your leftover ham. Ham, cheese, pastry and a delicious mustard dipping sauce!

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Ham and Cheese Puffs

These bite-sized Ham and Cheese Puffs are sure to disappear fast, whether you serve them as an appetizer, a brunch treat, or a casual game day snack.

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21

Meat Quiche

This meat quiche is packed with bacon, ham, sausage, and cheese in a flaky crust. A hearty, flavorful dish that’s perfect for any meal.

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3 Cheese Tortellini Soup with Ham

One Pot 3 Cheese Tortellini Soup with ham and carrots. This soup is a hit with the family and a great comfort meal this winter.

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Ham Pickle Dip

Ham Pickle Dip (aka Pikle Wrap Dip) is great for events such as the Super bowl or a pool party. Of course, it is also a wonderful way to use up leftover holiday ham as well! With Easter right around the corner this dill pickle dip recipe with ham is a good recipe to haveContinue Reading

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Ham Egg and Cheese Breakfast Casserole

Ham, Egg, and Cheese Casserole comes together in under an hour with very little hands-on time needed. Best of all, you can use up the leftover bread and holiday ham!

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25

Baked Eggs With Ham and Cheese

Baked Eggs with Ham and Cheese in toast means making several servings at once for breakfast, brunch, or brinner. Uses up leftover ham.

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HAM 15 BEAN SOUP

This Ham 15 Bean Soup Recipe is great wintertime comfort food. Use up those holiday ham leftovers in this ham bean soup.

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Deviled Ham

If you have leftover holiday ham, use it up in this Deviled Ham Recipe. It may not be the prettiest but it makes up for that in flavor.

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CUBAN SLIDERS

These CUBAN SLIDERS are a mini version inspired by Cuban Sandwiches. Soft rolls filled with sliced ham, pulled pork, Swiss cheese and pickles.

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29

CLUB SANDWICH

This classic CLUB SANDWICH RECIPE is so good you can skip the diner. Mayo, turkey, ham, cheese, tomato, lettuce and bacon tucked into bread.

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Whether you prefer juicy chops, slow-cooked comfort food, or quick skillet meals, pork adapts beautifully to bold flavors and simple weeknight cooking. Below, you’ll find a collection of delicious pork dinner ideas along with tips to help you get the most out of each dish.

Dinner Recipes With Pork

1

BAKED RANCH PORK CHOPS

Baked Ranch Pork Chops are a quick, inexpensive and easy dinner recipe. The entire family will love these pork chops, perfect for weeknight dinner.

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2

Easy Pork Roast In Oven

This Easy Pork Roast In Oven Recipe is a great way to get fork-tender pork the old fashioned way. No pressure cooker or slow cooker needed.

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3

RASPBERRY GLAZED PORK CHOPS

Make these Raspberry Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops for an easy flavorful dinner. Pan fried bone-in pork chops with a raspberry balsamic glaze.

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4

Cornbread Pork Chop Casserole

Cornbread Pork Chop Casserole is a baked boneless pork chops dinner perfect for a weeknight dinner or easy meal prep. Ready in 30 minutes!

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5

PORK PICCATA

PORK PICCATA brings together savory, citrusy, and briny elements in one dish. Great for an easy weeknight meal or for a dinner party.

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6

PINEAPPLE PORK TENDERLOIN

This Pineapple Pork Tenderloin recipe is sweet, savory, slightly tangy. Pork tenderloin with a fruit island twist.

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7

STOVETOP PORK AND MUSHROOMS

This STOVETOP PORK AND MUSHROOMS recipe is great for a quick weeknight comfort food dinner. Seared pork tenderloin medallions and sautéed mushrooms are great over mashed potatoes or rice.

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8

PAN FRIED PORK CHOPS

PAN FRIED PORK CHOPS are a crowd-pleaser and a great weeknight dinner recipe when you want something quick, hearty, and satisfying.

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9

Pork Chop and Rice Casserole

Pork Chop and Rice Casserole is the perfect comfort food meal. Tender pork chops, fluffy rice, and seasonings make for a delicious meal.

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10

CROCKPOT RANCH PORK CHOPS and POTATOES

Crockpot Ranch Pork Chops and Potatoes is a super quick, easy and no-fuss weekday dinner recipe. Slow cooker pork chops will be a new family favorite!

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BBQ PORK CHOPS IN OVEN

Make this quick and easy barbecue pork chops recipe without lighting up the grill. These Bbq Pork Chops In Oven are baked to perfection.

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12

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Cuban Sandwiches

If you are tired of the same old barbecue pork sandwiches give these Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Cuban Sandwiches a try!

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13

Chili Verde

This Chili Verde was sensational! Those charred peppers and tomatillos, the crispy pork, the cilantro, the spices – it was mind-blowing!

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14

OVEN ROASTED PORK TENDERLOIN

Oven Roasted Pork Tenderloin and carrots is an easy one pan dinner recipe. Pork tenderloin and carrots will be a new favorite weeknight meal.

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BAKED ITALIAN PORK CHOPS and POTATOES

Weeknight dinner just got easier with this Baked Italian Pork Chops and Potatoes Recipe. This meal is quick, easy and budget friendly!

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A comforting dinner in less than 20 minutes! This pan seared pork medallions and mushrooms cook up so fast. Prep rice, pasta or potatoes and you have a comforting meal.

Ingredient Options:

• Whisk in a splash of heavy cream along with the butter and herbs for a creamier sauce.
• Boneless pork chops can be used – cooking times vary depending on thickness.
• White mushrooms will work too.

More Pork Dinner Recipes:

RASPBERRY BALSAMIC PORK CHOPS – BAKED RANCH PORK CHOPS – PORK ROAST IN OVEN

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STOVETOP PORK AND MUSHROOMS

This STOVETOP PORK AND MUSHROOMS recipe is great for a quick weeknight comfort food dinner. Seared pork tenderloin medallions and sautéed mushrooms are great over mashed potatoes or rice.

Course 30 Minute Meals

Cuisine American

Keyword pork and mushrooms

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 379kcal

Author Nicole Harris

Equipment

• Knives
• OXO Nonstick Frying Pan, 12"

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lb pork tenderloin roast
• Salt/Pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 8 brown mushrooms sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasonings
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

• Wash and pat dry pork tenderloin. Cut into 6 medallions, 1 inch thick per piece. Season with salt and pepper on each side.
• Heat a large non- stick skillet over medium-high heat with oil. Sear medallions until brown on each side and cook through. Less than 1 minute. Remove and set aside on a plate.
• Leave the pan juices in the skillet and cook the mushrooms until soft on medium heat.
• Add butter, garlic, Italian seasonings and Worcestershire sauce. Stir all together and return pork to the skillet. Cook until warm through.
• Serve immediately with mashed potatoes, pasta or rice.
  

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 379kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 373mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g

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This copycat version of the famous Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana soup is filling and flavorful. Soul-warming and perfect to make on a chilly night.

The broth is between a cream soup and a broth soup. Filled with bacon, sausage, potatoes, onion and kale.

• Add more kale and/or garlic to your tastes.
• Add or lessen the amount of cream depending on your broth preference.
• Leftovers will store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove until warmed through. Add a little chicken broth or cream to thin the soup as it cooks. 

WHAT TO SERVE WITH SOUP:

LEMON GARLIC KALE SALAD – CHEESY GARLIC BREAD – NO KNEAD BREAD

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ZUPPA TOSCANA SOUP RECIPE

This OLIVE GARDEN ZUPPA TOSCANA SOUP RECIPE is inspired by your favorite restaurant soup. A creamy soup with bacon, sausage, potatoes and kale.

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword zuppa toscana soup recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Calories 557kcal

Author Nicole Harris

Equipment

• Cutting Boards
• Knives
• Dutch Oven

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon
• 1 lb Italian Sausage hot or mild
• 3 cloves garlic peeled and minced
• 1 medium white onion finely diced
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 3 medium russet potatoes peeled and cubed
• 4 cups kale washed and cut
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• Kosher salt to taste
• Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

• Cook bacon in Dutch oven over medium-high heat, for 5 to 7 minutes. Remove bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate and remove all but 1 tablespoon of bacon fat from the pot.
• Add Italian sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon or spatula, and cook for 5 minutes. (drain excess oil if necessary)
• Add diced onions and garlic. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly to not burn the garlic.
• Add the chicken broth and potatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
• Stir in kale and heavy whipping cream. Bring to a boil for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish with cooked bacon and serve.
  

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 557kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 22g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 1249mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g

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CREAMY TOMATO TORTELLINI SOUP

This is a great recipe for all of the soup lovers out there. It is a fairly minimal, low effort soup to make but packs a ton of flavor still.

The sausage, tortellini and creamy tomato broth make this a satisfying indulgent soup.

INGREDIENT OPTIONS:

Italian Sausage: Feel free to use hot Italian sausage if you want a spicy version.

Frozen Tortellini: You can use refrigerated or dry tortellini. Cook the substituted pasta according to the package. Please note this will change the cooking time.

Add more spices, cream or spinach to fit your preferences.

STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS:

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 

MORE HEARTY SOUP RECIPES:

KALE WHITE BEAN SOUP – BEEF CABBAGE SOUP – HAM AND BEAN SOUP – PRESSURE COOKER CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP

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SAUSAGE TORTELLINI SOUP

This SAUSAGE TORTELLINI SOUP  is a hearty, flavorful soup that comes together in less than an hour. Italian sausage, tortellini and spinach in a thick creamy tomato broth.

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword sausage tortellini soup

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Calories 522kcal

Author Nicole Harris

Equipment

• Dutch Oven

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 sweet onion diced
• 1 pound of ground Italian sausage
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
• ¼ cup white wine
• 32- ounce container vegetable broth
• 8- ounce can tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• ¼ teaspoon Kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 9 ounces frozen tortellini
• 2 cups baby spinach stems removed
• Parmesan shredded (optional garnish)
• Basil chopped (optional garnish)
• Red pepper flakes optional garnish

Instructions

• Heat olive oil in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add diced sweet onion and saute for about 2 minutes or until the onions soften.
• Once the onions are soft, add 1 pound of ground Italian sausage and break it into crumbles. Cook the Italian sausage over medium-high heat until browned, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and heat until fragrant, mixing it with the browned sausage.
• Sprinkle flour over the browned sausage and stir to coat. Allow the flour to brown slightly. Deglaze the pan with ¼ cup of white wine, scrape the pan with the wooden spoon.
• Whisk in vegetable stock, tomato sauce and tomato paste. Add salt, ground black pepper and Italian seasoning. Once combined, bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
• Increase heat to medium then whisk in ¼ cup heavy cream. Add tortellini and cook for 5 minutes or until all the tortellini float to the top.
• Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted. Garnish with shredded parmesan, red pepper flakes, and chopped basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 522kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1471mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g

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15 Bean Soup with Ham

Don’t toss out that leftover hambone after the holidays. Leftover ham makes the absolute best bean soup. 15 bean soup is a bean blend that well, just as the name states, it has a lot of different beans. Perfect for those of us that love food with a variety of colors, flavors and textures.

Ingredients Needed For Ham Bean Soup (screenshot for grocery list)

• Bag of 15 Bean Soup Beans
• Yellow Onion
• Carrots
• Celery
• Garlic
• Ham Bone – Ham Chunks
• Crushed Tomatoes
• Dried Italian Season
• Salt/Pepper

How To Make Ham and Bean Soup

1. Rinse dried beans and check for rocks. Transfer to large pot, cover with several inches of water. Soak beans over night then rinse again.
2. Cut leftover ham from the bone then into chunks, refrigerate.
3. Heat oil in large dutch oven pot over medium/high heat. Saute onion, carrots and celery 4-5 minutes while stirring. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute.
4. Add water, hambone and beans to pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover. Simmer 90 minutes.
5. Remove ham bone from pot. Add crushed tomatoes, half of the 15 bean soup flavor packet, Italian seasoning and ham chunks. Simmer 15-20 more minutes or until beans are tender. Salt and pepper to taste.

More Recipes For Leftover Ham

Ham and Cheese Sliders – Ham and Bean Soup – Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Bake – Deviled Ham

More Soup Recipes

Beef Cabbage Soup – Pressure Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup – Easy Vegetable Soup – Spinach Artichoke Chicken Soup

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Ham 15 Bean Soup Recipe

This Ham 15 Bean Soup Recipe is great wintertime comfort food. Use up those holiday ham leftovers in this ham bean soup.

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword 15 bean soup recipe, ham and bean soup

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 hours hours

Additional Time 12 hours hours

Total Time 14 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 367kcal

Author Nicole Harris

Equipment

• Knives
• Cutting Boards
• Dutch Oven

Ingredients

• 20 ounce Bag of 15 Bean Soup Beans + 1/2 Flavor Packet
• 1 Yellow Onion - chopped
• 2 Carrots - chopped
• 2 Celery Ribs - chopped
• 3 Garlic Cloves - finely chopped
• 7 Cups Water
• Leftover Ham Bone + Ham Meat
• 28 ounce Can Crushed Tomatoes
• 2 teaspoons Dried Italian Season
• Salt/Pepper - to taste

Instructions

• Rinse dried beans and check for rocks. Transfer to large pot, cover with several inches of water. Soak beans over night then rinse again.
• Cut leftover ham from the bone then into chunks, refrigerate.
• Heat oil in large dutch oven pot over medium/high heat. Saute onion, carrots and celery 4-5 minutes while stirring. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute.
• Add water, hambone and beans to pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover. Simmer 90 minutes.
• Remove ham bone from pot. Add crushed tomatoes, half of the 15 bean soup flavor packet, Italian seasoning and ham chunks. Simmer 15-20 more minutes or until beans are tender. Salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 2983mg | Fiber: 20g | Sugar: 14g

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Baked Fork Tender Pork Roast

This is one of those simple recipes that is super versatile. Make this oven baked pork roast to serve over rice or potatoes, on bbq pork sandwiches or in pork tacos. With just a few ingredients and a little patience, you can create a flavorful, tender roast that will impress any guest—or just make an ordinary night feel special.

The seasoning on this pork roast will go well with any dish making this pulled pork roast perfect for meal-prep. I like to serve this pork with gravy and potatoes.

Serving Suggestions

Pair your pork roast with classic sides like:

• Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower
• Oven Roasted Potatoes
• Cauliflower Mushroom Rice
• Broccoli Mac and Cheese
• Cheesy Ranch Potatoes
• Garlic Butter Noodles

What Is The Difference Between Pork Shoulder And Pork Butt?

Pork Butt (a.k.a. Boston Butt):

• Comes from the upper part of the shoulder, near the spine
• Often sold with a fat cap and well-marbled interior
• Tender and rich when slow-cooked

Pork Shoulder (a.k.a. Picnic Shoulder or Picnic Roast)

• Lower down, closer to the leg
• Usually has skin on and can include part of the leg bone
• Can be flavorful but often needs longer cooking to break down

Do You Cover Pork Roast In The Oven

I personally do not cover my pork roast while in the oven because I prefer a crisp crust. But, feel free to cover with foil and it will keep more of the juices trapped inside. It’s personal preference.

Ingredients Needed For Oven Pork Roast

• Boneless Pork Butt Roast
• Garlic Powder
• Onion Powder
• Paprika
• Cumin
• Salt/Pepper

How To Make Tender Pork Roast

1. Preheat oven to 300ºF
2. Combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper. Rub mixture onto the outside of the pork roast.
3. Place pork roast (fat side up) into large roasting pan with 1 cup water in the bottom.
4. Bake for 4-5 hours or until desired tenderness. (I typically go 5 hours for pull apart pork roast) Add water as needed during cook time.

What Temperature Should A Pork Roast Be Cooked To

Check out this handy Pork Temperature Breakdown by Pork.org. Basically for pork you want the internal temp to reach 145ºF-160ºF. The safe internal pork cooking temperature for fresh cuts is 145° F. To check doneness properly, use a digital cooking thermometer.

Resting and Serving

After removing from the oven:

• Rest for 10–15 minutes tented loosely with foil. This helps juices redistribute for moist, tender meat.
• Slice across the grain for the most tender bites.

Pro Tips for Success

• Let the roast sit out for 30–60 minutes before cooking so it cooks evenly.
• Always use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.
• Don’t skip the resting period.
• For crispier skin or crust, broil for the last 3–5 minutes—but watch closely.
• Cut against the grain for more tender bites.

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Easy Pork Roast In Oven

This Easy Pork Roast In Oven Recipe is a great way to get falling apart pulled pork the old fashioned way. No need for a pressure cooker or slow cooker, just slow oven roasted pork.

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword dinner recipes, Keto recipes, low carb recipes, pork recipes, whole 30 recipes

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 hours hours

Total Time 5 hours hours 5 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 493kcal

Author Nicole Harris

Ingredients

• 4 Lb Boneless Pork Butt Roast
• 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt more to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 300ºF
• Combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper. Rub mixture onto the outside of the pork roast.
• Place pork roast (fat side up) into large roasting pan with 1 cup water in the bottom.
• Bake for 4-5 hours or until desired tenderness. (I typically go 5 hours for pull apart pork roast) Add water as needed during cook time to prevent burning on the bottom of pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 493kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 156mg | Sodium: 228mg

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How Do You Make A Good Ham And Bean Soup

It’s all about adding textures and flavors. This Ham and Bean Soup has beans, carrots, celery, tomatoes, cabbage and ham. The savory broth will warm you up on the coldest days. Fresh ingredients prepared from scratch make this soup the best!

This soup recipe is a great way to use up that leftover ham from your holiday feast. Here are a couple recipes for those holiday hams to get you started: Pineapple Honey Glazed Ham – Orange Honey Baked Ham

Can you use canned beans in this soup?

Yes, you can. I’m not against using canned beans when that is what you have on hand. Just make sure you rinse the canned beans thoroughly before adding to the soup. You also will not need to cook the beans so that decreases the cooking time. If using canned beans, cook the broth and veggies until carrots are fork tender then add the beans and ham.

However, I highly recommend using dried beans. It takes some planning because you need to soak the beans. But it is worth that extra effort.

What Bean Do You Use For Ham And Beans

Navy beans or great northern beans are the best for Ham and Bean Soup, in my opinion. While you can use canned beans, dried beans make the best soup.

What goes in Ham and Bean Soup?

• Dried Navy Beans
• White Onion
• Carrots
• Celery
• Garlic
• Chicken Stock
• Canned Diced Tomatoes
• Bay Leaf
• Garlic Powder
• Dried Italian Herbs
• Green Cabbage
• Ham

Leftover Ham Recipes:

Ham and Cheese Pastry Bake
Deviled Ham
Ham Fettuccine Bake
Ham and Potato Corn Chowder
Sweet Potato Ham and Cheese Skillet

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Ham and Bean Soup Recipe

How do you use that leftover ham from your holiday feast? Make this Ham and Bean Soup Recipe to use your ham leftovers in an entirely new dinner. This easy, healthy meal is perfect for a cold Winter day.

Cuisine American

Keyword ham recipe, holiday, leftover ham recipe, soup

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 hours hours

Additional Time 6 hours hours

Total Time 8 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 413kcal

Author Nicole Harris

Equipment

• Cutting Boards
• Knives
• Dutch Oven

Ingredients

• 1 Lb Dried Navy Beans
• 3 Tablespoons Oil
• 1 White Onion (chopped)
• 4 Carrots (chopped)
• 2 Celery Stalks (sliced)
• 5 Garlic Cloves (finely chopped)
• 64 ounces Chicken Stock
• 14.5 ounce Can Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes
• 1 Bay Leaf
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Herbs
• Fresh Cracked Pepper
• 2 Cups Shredded Green Cabbage
• 2-3 Cups Chopped Ham
• Salt - to taste if needed

Instructions

• Rinse dried beans then cover with several inches of water. Soak beans over night then rinse again.
• Heat oil in large dutch oven pot over high heat. Saute onion, carrots and celery 4-5 minutes while stirring. Add garlic and saute 30-60 seconds.
• Add beans, chicken stock, tomatoes, bay leaf, garlic powder, Italian herbs and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer. Cover, leaving lid slightly ajar. Cook for 90 minutes. Check consistency of beans. If the beans are still quite firm, cook for 30 minutes longer.
• Remove lid and add ham and cabbage. Cook for 15-20 more minutes. Salt to taste (This will vary depending on the saltiness of the ham. The soup may not even need salt.) Discard bay leaf and serve.

Notes

*Cook ham bone in broth and beans to add extra flavor*

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 413kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 1650mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 8g

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Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

This Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser — juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy. Once you try it, it’ll become a regular in your meal rotation!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Set-it-and-forget-it convenience
• Ultra tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture
• Big, bold BBQ flavor
• Feeds a crowd
• Freezer-friendly

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Slow Cooker Island Pulled Pork

Slow Cooker Island Pulled Pork Recipe

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword pulled pork

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 8 hours hours

Total Time 8 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 665kcal

Author Nicole Harris

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cloves
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons thyme
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
• 1 teaspoon sweet or hot paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 3 lb . boneless pork butt
• 1 cup apple cider or apple juice
• 1 bay leaf
• 8-10 hamburger buns sliced open
• BBQ sauce
• Fresh cilantro

Instructions

• In a small bowl combine onion powder, garlic powder, cloves, ginger, allspice, thyme, dry mustard, salt, paprika, cumin, sugar, black pepper and cayenne. Use fingers to rub spices together to ensure that ginger is dispersed throughout. Rub spice mixture all over pork.
• Put the pork in the slow cooker fat side up. Pour apple cider over pork and add bay leaf.
• Cook on low for 8 hours. Remove pork from slow cooker. Use two forks to shred meat. Skim fat off liquid in slow cooker. Drizzle a few tablespoons of the remaining liquid over the meat and mix to combine.
• Serve on a bun as-is or slathered with your favorite BBQ sauce and sprinkled with fresh cilantro.

Notes

**Changes Made To Recipe ** I used a 4lb bone-in pork roast. I omitted the bay leaf and cilantro. I added a grilled pineapple ring to the sandwiches.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 665kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 146mg | Sodium: 579mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g

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