You might have been in this situation before\u2026you make a delicious spiral cut ham and now you are faced with pounds of leftovers! While ham and cheese sandwiches are delicious\u2026you don\u2019t want to eat that everyday. In this collection is our Best Leftover Ham Recipes<\/strong>. These recipes are perfect for after Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter or whenever you might find yourself looking for easy ham recipes! Let\u2019s go turn those leftovers into an amazing meal.<\/p>\n Every Easter the same problem plays out, I buy too big of a ham and we are all stuck with a few pounds of leftovers. Luckily, I know what to do with leftover ham! This collection features 12+ delicious ways to transform leftover ham into completely different dishes \u2013 from comforting breakfasts to hearty soups and easy dinners. Many of our recipes for leftover ham can be made ahead and even frozen for future meals.<\/p>\n This cheesy breakfast casserole is THE best way to use up leftover ham. It’s loaded with tender hash browns, fluffy eggs, savory ham chunks, and melted cheese \u2013 perfect for the holidays or meal prepping breakfast for the week. Make it the night before and just pop it in the oven in the morning!<\/span><\/p>\n Hashbrown Casserole Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n Best For:<\/strong>\u00a0Christmas morning, New Year\u2019s brunch, or easy weekday breakfasts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Take our classic loaded hashbrown casserole to the next level by stirring in diced ham! This version is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with bacon and ranch flavor. The ham adds protein and makes it hearty enough to serve as a light dinner. Modification Note:<\/strong>\u00a0When using leftover ham, add 2-3 cups of diced ham to the mixture before baking. If your ham is already salty, reduce added salt slightly.<\/span><\/p>\n Loaded Ham Casserole Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n Best For:<\/strong>\u00a0Potlucks, holiday breakfasts, or easy weeknight dinners<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Our hearty breakfast casserole with sausage can easily be adapted to use ham instead! It’s gluten-free, packed with protein, and can be made ahead or frozen. Perfect for those mornings when you want a filling breakfast. Ham Adaptation:<\/strong>\u00a0Substitute the breakfast sausage with an equal amount of diced leftover ham for a slightly milder (but equally delicious) version.<\/span><\/p>\n Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole Recipe (With Ham Option)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n Best For:<\/strong>\u00a0Busy weekday mornings, meal prep Sundays, or holiday brunch<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n If you love soup recipes, check out our collection of soups<\/a>.<\/p>\n This is exactly what leftover ham was made for! Rich, creamy lima beans in a savory broth with chunks of tender ham-comfort food galore! The Instant Pot makes it fast and easy, but you can also use a slow cooker if you prefer. Ham Options:<\/strong>\u00a0Use leftover ham chunks, dice from ham steak, or even a ham bone with meat still on it for the best flavor!<\/span><\/p>\n Lima Beans and Ham Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n Best For:<\/strong>\u00a0Cold winter nights, easy weeknight dinners, or meal prep<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Our slow cooker soup is the perfect leftover ham recipe! A blend of 15 different beans cooked low and slow with ham creates a hearty, fiber-packed meal that’s both nutritious and incredibly satisfying.<\/span><\/p>\n Crockpot Bean Soup Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n Best For:<\/strong>\u00a0Busy weekdays, meal prep, feeding a crowd, or stocking the freezer<\/p>\n Ham Bone Tip:<\/strong>\u00a0If you saved your ham bone, this is the perfect recipe for it! The bone adds incredible depth of flavor to the broth. It also looks (and tastes!) great paired with our homemade sourdough bread bowl<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n While this recipe calls for bacon, you can easily swap in diced ham for a slightly different (but equally delicious) flavor profile. Our creamy pinto beans are perfect as a side dish or served over rice as a main course. Ham Adaptation:<\/strong>\u00a0Replace the bacon with 1-2 cups of diced ham. The beans will still be flavorful and delicious!<\/span><\/p>\n Slow Cooker Pinto Beans Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n Best For:<\/strong>\u00a0Taco Tuesday, easy dinners, or as a side for BBQ<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n This impressive looking pull-apart bread is actually super easy to make with frozen bread dough! Layers of ham and your favorite cheese create a savory treat that’s perfect for brunch, lunch, or as an appetizer. Cheese Options:<\/strong>\u00a0The recipe uses brie, but you can easily substitute with cheddar, Swiss, provolone, or any cheese you prefer!<\/span><\/p>\n Pull Apart Ham and Cheese Bread Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n Best For:<\/strong>\u00a0Brunch gatherings, party appetizers, or easy weekend lunches<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Transform our breakfast casserole into a hearty dinner! This version combines hash browns, ham, cheese, and vegetables into a one-dish meal that the whole family will love. It’s comfort food at its best. Note: Recipe uses chicken but can <\/em>easily substitute with ham. <\/strong><\/em>Add-Ins:<\/strong>\u00a0Stir in any leftover veggies you have \u2013 green beans, peas, or corn work great!<\/span><\/p>\n Hash Brown Casserole Recipe (with ham) <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n Best For:<\/strong>\u00a0Easy weeknight dinners, when you need comfort food, or feeding picky eaters<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Dice leftover ham and stir-fry it with rice, vegetables, and eggs for a quick 20-minute dinner. It’s a great way to use up ham AND leftover rice. Dice 2 cups of ham, saut\u00e9 with frozen mixed vegetables, add 3-4 cups of cold cooked rice, push to the side and scramble 2 eggs, then mix everything with soy sauce and sesame oil. Ready in 20 minutes!<\/span><\/p>\n Fried Rice with Ham Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Best For:<\/strong>\u00a0Quick weeknight dinners, using up multiple leftovers at once. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Add ham to our great northern bean soup recipe. Layer rice or quinoa in the bottom of a bowl, top with ham and bean soup, and add fresh toppings like diced avocado, green onions, cheese, and sour cream.<\/span><\/p>\n Great Norther Beans and Ham Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n Best For:<\/strong>\u00a0Lunch bowls, easy dinners, or meal prep. Skip the rice and put this directly into our homemade sourdough bread recipe.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Sometimes simple is best! Leftover ham makes excellent sandwiches, especially when you elevate them with a thick slice of ham. Serve on our homemade sourdough bread, add cheese, lettuce, tomato, and your favorite condiments.<\/span><\/p>\n Sourdough Grilled Cheese and Ham Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Upgrade Ideas:<\/strong><\/p>\n This ham recipe leftover idea makes it easy to turn yesterday\u2019s holiday meal into an easy lunch the next day<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n If you prefer baking with sourdough we also have a recipe for sourdough discard pizza<\/a>. <\/p>\n Diced ham makes an excellent pizza topping! Use leftover ham on homemade pizza, paired with pineapple (for Hawaiian pizza lovers) or with other meats for a meat lovers pizza.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"overhead](\"https:\/\/thefeatherednester.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/breakfast-casserole-with-hash-browns-and-ham-S.jpg\"\/)
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1. Ham and Hash Brown Casserole<\/h3>\n
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\n2. Loaded Hashbrown Casserole<\/h3>\n
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\n3. Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole (With Ham Option)<\/h3>\n
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\nHearty Ham Soup Recipes<\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\n4. Instant Pot Lima Beans and Ham Soup<\/h3>\n
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\n5. Crock Pot 15 Bean Soup with Ham<\/h3>\n
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\n6. Slow Cooker Pinto Beans (With Ham Variation)<\/h3>\n
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\n7. Ham and Cheese Bread (Pull-Apart)<\/h3>\n
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\nEasy Dinner Recipes for Leftover Ham<\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\n8. Ham and Hash Brown Casserole Dinner<\/h3>\n
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\n9. Ham Fried Rice<\/h3>\n
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\n10. Ham and Bean Bowl<\/h3>\n
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\nHam Recipe Leftover for Lunch<\/h2>\n
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<\/figure>\n11. Classic Ham Sandwiches<\/h3>\n
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\n12. Ham Pizza Topping<\/h3>\n
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