Delicious Leftover Ham Recipes You Should Try This Year
It's that time of year again. The holidays are over, and you have a lot of leftover ham in your refrigerator. What do you do with all that ham? You could just throw it away, but why not make something delicious with it instead? We've compiled a list of some of the best leftover ham recipes to help you make the most of that delicious ham!
Ham and Cheese Strata
This delicious strata is a great way to use up your leftover ham. It's like a savory bread pudding, with layers of ham, cheese, and bread. It's easy to make and a great meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. All you need is some cubed bread, grated cheese, diced ham, and a few eggs and milk. Mix everything together, pour it into a greased baking dish, and bake it in the oven until it's golden and bubbly. Serve it with a side salad and you've got a delicious meal!
Ham and Potato Soup
This comforting soup is perfect for chilly days. Start by sautéing some diced onion and garlic in a large pot. Add some diced potatoes, ham, and some stock or broth and bring to a boil. Simmer for about 20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender. Add some cream, season with salt and pepper, and stir in some chopped parsley. Serve in bowls and enjoy!
Ham and Swiss Quiche
This quiche is a great way to use up your leftover ham. Start by pre-baking a store-bought or homemade pie crust. Then, whisk together some eggs, cream, and grated cheese. Add in some diced ham and pour the mixture into the pie crust. Bake in the oven until the quiche is golden and set. Serve with a side salad or your favorite vegetables and you've got a delicious meal!
Ham and Broccoli Casserole
This casserole is a great way to use up your leftover ham. Start by pre-cooking some broccoli florets. In a large bowl, mix together some cooked rice, diced ham, grated cheese, and the cooked broccoli. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake in the oven until the casserole is golden and bubbly. Serve with a side salad and you've got a delicious meal!
Ham and Cheese Omelet
This omelet is a great way to use up your leftover ham. Start by whisking together some eggs and milk. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and melt some butter. Pour in the egg mixture and cook until the bottom is set. Add some diced ham and grated cheese to one side of the omelet and fold it over. Cook until the cheese is melted and serve with your favorite sides. Delicious!
Ham and Potato Hash
This hash is a great way to use up your leftover ham. Start by pre-cooking some diced potatoes. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt some butter. Add the potatoes, diced ham, and some onion and cook until everything is golden and crispy. Serve with sunny-side-up eggs and you've got a delicious meal!
Ham and Cheese Sandwich
This sandwich is a great way to use up your leftover ham. Start by toasting some bread. Layer on some sliced cheese, diced ham, and your favorite condiments. Serve with chips or your favorite side and you've got a delicious sandwich!
Ham and Egg Fried Rice
This fried rice is a great way to use up your leftover ham. Start by pre-cooking some long-grain rice. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add some oil. Add some diced ham, scrambled eggs, and the cooked rice. Stir everything together and cook until the eggs are cooked through. Serve with your favorite sides and you've got a delicious meal!
Ham and Pineapple Pizza
This pizza is a great way to use up your leftover ham. Start by pre-baking a store-bought or homemade pizza crust. Spread some pizza sauce over the crust and top it with sliced ham, grated cheese, and pineapple chunks. Bake in the oven until the cheese is melted and the pizza is golden and bubbly. Cut into slices and serve with your favorite sides and you've got a delicious meal!