These 60 Recipes Have Us Getting Creative With The Leftover Ham This Year

Hawaiian rolls are a guilty pleasure of ours: They're buttery, soft, and full of just-sweet-enough flavor. These sliders, layered with ham, Swiss, and caramelized onions, will quickly become a MUST at any party you throw.

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Quiche is a favorite in the canon of classic dishes, and this version is no exception. Soft, creamy filling studded with ham, chives, and Gruyère rests inside a crunchy, buttery pie crust to create the easiest dinner of your dreams.

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Fried mozzarella sticks are a superstar among appetizers , but we decided that they were due for a welcome upgrade that would make them worthy of not only your game days, but also your holiday dinners. The result: ham-wrapped mozzarella sticks coated in a layer of grated Parmesan and panko.

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Imagine not having to unhinge your jaw like a snake to enjoy your favorite Italian deli hero. This chopped sandwich is here to turn that dream into a reality. Turns out, running a knife through your sandwich ingredients before piling them into a roll makes the whole ordeal of crushing a big hoagie a lot easier to manage.

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We took the croque monsieur, a classic French sandwich made with toasty bread, melty cheese, salty ham, and a silky béchamel, and turned it into an appetizer that hits all the high notes: buttery, crispy, creamy, cheesy, salty, and a little nutty.

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Thought your holiday brunch plans were set? Think again. Stuffed with ham, spinach, and Gruyère, these cheesy pastries are calling your name. These puffs are most delicious fresh out of the oven, but if you want to work ahead, you can even make the filling and even cut out the pastry squares the day before.

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We're huge fans of the combo of sweet and savory, so a Monte Cristo is basically our perfect sandwich. If you love the diner staple as much as we do, you’re going to love this twist. Best part? There's a secret ingredient hack that means they come together in less than an hour (!).

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Looking for a way to use up that leftover spiral ham? Look no further! This super-easy ham salad is as delicious between bread for lunch as it is on crackers as an appetizer.

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Need to feed a hungry crew, fast? Nothing better than these packed Italian subs—they're assembled and baked on a sheet pan so everyone can eat all at the same time.

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Potato croquettes are one of the most popular Spanish tapas, or small plates, and for good reason. They’re a fantastic way to give day-old mashed potatoes and leftover ham a new life and are the perfect bite-size appetizer for when you want something more exciting than potato chips that still hits those same comfort food notes.

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You're probably thinking, I don't need a ham sandwich recipe, but trust us, this sandwich is worth following one. Making your own herb mayo—by mixing in a few fresh herbs and some olive oil—makes this sandwich stand above the rest.

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This ham and cheese bake is one of our favorite breakfast casseroles to turn to. It’s got all your favorite breakfast components: a little egg, a little cured meat, bread, and cheese. It’s also a perfect way to use any leftover ham from dinner the night before (post-Easter brunch, anyone?).

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All Creole cuisine packs a flavor punch that keeps you coming back for seconds, but red beans and rice are in a league all their own. The red beans soak up the smoky, porky, spicy, and earthy flavors and release some starch to create a rich gravy that’s perfect for spooning over steamed white rice.

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This ham sandwich is great for many reasons. It's got a beautiful golden crust (thanks mayo!), a quick and simple honey mustard sauce, and briny pickles for crunch. Make it with leftover spiral ham, and you've got yourself a prize-winning lunch.

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Step aside, hasselback potatoes: Hasselback biscuit bites are coming to steal your thunder. Featuring convenient canned biscuits stuffed with ham and cheese, these flaky, buttery bites will delight party guests and tailgaters wherever they appear.

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If you’re a fan of potato soup, you’re going to love this upgrade— loaded with chunks of tender potatoes, salty-sweet ham, and tender vegetables, this creamy soup is the comfort food you know and love, with a little something extra.

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Imagine a crispy mac & cheese topping on your rich mashed potatoes with an added ham layer (which is almost reminiscent of lasagna), and you've got this comfy casserole-style side dish. It's a dream for both the meat and carb connoisseurs at your table..

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We love a good baked egg recipe, but these "eggs in a cloud" were the Internet trend that changed our breakfast routine forever. They're adorable clouds of heaven topped with a runny yolk that are as fun to make as they are to eat.

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Fun fact: To make these a little lighter, you can make this antipasto salad-inspired recipe in your air fryer. And you don't need any oil. (Though if you brush some on before cooking, your egg rolls will come out a little cracklier—up to you!).Get the Antipasto Egg Rolls recipe.

Cheesy scalloped potatoes meet salty baked ham for a perfect match. It takes the classic side and makes it a heartier dish that's perfect for a post-holiday brunch.

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