30 Leftover Ham Recipes

With the holidays come the leftovers. Turn those leftovers into something totally different and spectacular! These 35+ Leftover Ham Recipes will get you started.

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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 HamOrange Honey Baked HamPineapple Honey Glazed HamBrown 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

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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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HAM AND CHEESE CROISSANT BAKEPin
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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HAM & CHEESE HAWAIIAN ROLL SLIDERSPin
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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HAM AND CHEESE ROLL UPSPin
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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Baked Ham Penne Pasta CasserolePin
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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Chicken Cordon Bleu CasserolePin
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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Muffalata Oven Baked SandwichesPin
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 SpaghettiPin
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 PastaPin
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 PastryPin
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 CasserolePin
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 SoupPin
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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Easy Stuffed Sweet PotatoesPin
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 SLIDERSPin
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 FrittataPin
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 ChowderPin
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 BiscuitsPin
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 GratinPin
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 BakePin
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 PuffsPin
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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Meat QuichePin
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 HamPin
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 DipPin
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 CasserolePin
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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Baked Eggs With Ham and CheesePin
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 SOUPPin
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 HamPin
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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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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