32 Easy Recipes for Leftover Ham - Budgeting for Bliss (2024)

Looking for recipes to use up your leftover ham? These 32 Easy Recipes for Leftover Holiday Ham are the best way to stretch your grocery budget and make simple meals your whole family will enjoy.

This post may contain affiliate links.You can read my full disclosurehere.

Love printables? Sign uphereto access my free resource library that has meal planning printables such as shopping lists and favorite meal worksheets.

Ham is a great option for holiday meals because of how simple it is to prepare and how many people it will feed. Since most hams come pre-cooked, it makes the prep work even easier.

But, as great as ham is as the main dish for your holiday meal, it’s the leftovers that many people look forward to the most. Leftover holiday ham is probably one of the best parts of the meal because of all the delicious recipes that can be put to use afterward.

These simple leftover ham recipes are the perfect inspiration for breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. You will find salad, sandwiches, soup, and casserole ideas. Your family is sure to discover something that they will love in this list of 32 Easy Leftover Holiday Ham Recipes.

A Quick Tip-You can find ham at a great price through the holiday season. This is the perfect time to stock up to stretch your food budget to help you save on your grocery bill.

Looking for more ways to save on groceries:

6 Easy Ways to Cut Your Grocery Bill in Half
How to Monthly Meal Plan to Save Time and Money
15 Supermarket Spending Traps to Avoid
4 Best Grocery Shopping Apps to Save Money

Best tips for using Leftover Holiday Ham

How long can leftover ham be stored in the fridge?

Ham can be stored in the fridge for 3-5 days as long as it’s kept in an airtight container or a plastic storage bag.

Can you freeze leftover ham?

Yes, if you are unable to use it all before the 5 days are up. Then, put it in a freezer bag and toss it into the freezer so it doesn’t go to waste. It can last up to 3 months.

Don’t forget to save the ham bone and use it for soups. You can also freeze it to use at a later time.

32 Easy Recipes for Leftover Holiday Ham

Breakfast

Breakfast is one of the best ways to use up leftover holiday ham. There are so many easy and quick options for breakfast. The best part is that you can make up a large batch and freeze it for later.

Omelet

Omelets are so versatile and can be made with anything you have on hand. Grab some eggs, ham, cheese, onions, and peppers to make yourself a Denver omelet.

Breakfast Pizza

We love breakfast pizza. The first time we ever had it was at Disney World and once we got home, we decided to make our own version. You can buy the pre-made crust to make it easier if you prefer. However, I like to use frozen bread dough for my pizza crust. ( I just let it thaw overnight).

Then, just combine scrambled eggs with your leftover holiday ham and spread on the dough. Sprinkle with your favorite cheese and bake at 425° for 8-10 minutes. (If the dough is already precooked it shouldn’t take more than 5-6 minutes to melt the cheese).

Egg Bagel Sandwiches

These are so simple and delicious. Just fry an egg, melt cheese over the top, and add a warmed piece of leftover ham to a toasted bagel.

Egg, Ham, and Cheese Muffins

A quick and tasty meal that everyone seems to enjoy. These are made exactly like our egg bagel sandwiches, we just use english muffins instead. These make a great freezer breakfast meal to enjoy on those busy weekday mornings.

Ham Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders

(Homemade Interest)

Breakfast Burritos

Breakfast burritos are simple to make and are a great freezer meal if you are trying to make your leftover holiday ham stretch. All you need to do is scramble some eggs with shredded cheddar cheese and diced ham. Put a small amount in a flour tortilla shell and wrap up.

To freeze, wrap burritos in aluminum foil and place them into a freezer bag. When you want to reheat them, take them out of the aluminum foil and wrap them in a paper towel, and microwave for a couple of minutes until heated through.

Breakfast Crunch wrap

We make breakfast crunch wraps exactly like our breakfast burritos except instead of rolling them up we fold them in a square.

We place the scrambled egg, cheese, and ham in the middle of a tortilla shell and start by folding the side closest to you toward the center. Then, just keep folding around the center until eventually when you turn it over it’s square.

Put it in a warm skillet, folded side down until brown. Turn over and brown the other side. Serve with salsa and sour cream

Egg, Ham, and Cheese Crunch wrap

Grilled Egg, Ham, and Cheese Sandwich

My son loves cooking breakfast sandwiches and came up with this recipe one day while making breakfast. Since he isn’t a huge fan of English muffins, he likes to make his egg, ham, and cheese sandwiches with bread.

He decided to combine a grilled cheese sandwich with an egg, ham, and, cheese breakfast sandwich and its perfection.

It’s as easy as frying an egg (he adds garlic powder, Italian seasonings, salt, and pepper). He adds the cooked egg, to two slices of bread, cheese, and ham then cooks it like a grilled cheese sandwich in a warm skillet.

A few more hearty breakfast recipes for leftover holiday ham:

Ham and Broccoli Quiche

(Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom)

Ham, Asparagus and Mushroom Frittata

(Flavor the Moments)

Ham, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Casserole

(Happy Brown House)

Ham and Egg Bubble Up

(Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen)

Lunch

Chef Salad

Chef Salad is a great lunch option to use up your leftover holiday ham. Combine lettuce, with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, chopped eggs, cheese, and ham. Top with ranch dressing for a fresh and delicious lunch.

Ham and Cheese Pasta Salad

(With a Blast)

Ham and Cheese Sliders

(Yellow Bliss Road)

Monte Cristo Sandwich

(House of Nash Eats)

Ham and Cheese Club Sandwich

Club sandwiches are a hearty lunch option and so easy to assemble. Just toast 3 slices of bread, add mayo, ham, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and bacon.

Classic Ham Salad

(Family Fresh Meals)

Ultimate Grilled Ham and Cheese

(Real Mom Kitchen)

Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

(Sweet Pea’s Kitchen)

Looking for more easy lunch options?

19 Best Meal Prep Ideas for Lunch
17 Quick 5-Minute Cold Lunch Ideas
30 Easy Make-Ahead Lunch Ideas
27 Easy 10-Minute Lunch Ideas

Dinner

Loaded Mashed Potatoes

Mashed potatoes are one of my very favorite comfort foods. Adding these tasty additions will take it to the next level of deliciousness.

Prepare your homemade mashed potatoes the way you like them. I love using my instant pot to cook potatoes because it’s so easy and quick. Then, add bacon, cheese, leftover ham, green onions, sour cream and serve.

25 Easy Instant Pot Recipes for the Beginner-simple and quick instant pot recipes that will make cooking dinner a breeze.

Scalloped Potatoes and Ham

(Adore Foods)

Flaky &Buttery Ham Pot Pie

(The Salty Pot)

Hawaiian BBQ Pizza

(Queenslee Appetit)

Pineapple Ham Fried Rice

(Foodtastic Mom)

Delicious Casseroles to make with your Leftover Holiday Ham

Creamy Ham Fettuccine Casserole

(The Country Cook)

Ham and Noodle Casserole

(Casserole Crissy)

Ham Broccoli Rice Casserole

(Together as Family)

Chicken Cordon Bleu Stuffing Casserole

(The Chunky Chef)

Comforting Soup Recipes Made from Leftover Holiday Ham

Slow Cooker Ham and Corn Chowder

(The Kitchen is my Playground)

Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup

(Bunny’s Warm Oven)

Split Pea Soup

(The Cozy Cook)

A few other options to use up leftover ham from the holidays include:

Adding it to scrambled eggs
Use it in your favorite macaroni and cheese recipe. (We love this instant pot macaroni and cheese recipe from The Salty Marshmallow.
Put ham in pasta salads and wraps.

Hopefully, you’ve been inspired to try one of these easy and delicious recipes to use up your leftover ham this holiday season. Enjoy!

26 Quick and Easy Pork Recipes–Simple pork recipes that are so delicious they will please the pickiest of eaters.
28 Easy Shortcut Rotisserie Chicken Dinner Ideas- Skip takeout and use a $5 Rotisserie Chicken for dinner instead.
35 Quick and Easy Ground Beef Dinner Ideas–simple and inexpensive recipes to get dinner on the table fast.
Best 20 Minute Meals for Busy Weeknights–easy dinners that take less than 20 minutes your family will love.
85 Easy Budget-Friendly Meal Ideas –that are kid-friendly and perfect for hectic weeknights.

Don’t forget to sign up for myFree Resource Libraryto grab my meal planning printables. You will also get access to lots more printables all completely free for you to print out and enjoy!

Follow me onPinterestfor more recipes and meal planning inspiration

32 Easy Recipes for Leftover Ham - Budgeting for Bliss (2024)

FAQs

How do you keep leftover ham moist? ›

Add up to ½ cup of chicken broth to keep the meat moist or opt for a couple of tablespoons of butter or oil to give the ham a nice sear.

Read On ›

How do you keep ham moist after slicing in the fridge? ›

Our top tip for storing sliced ham is to place a piece of folded paper towel in the bottom of an airtight plastic container. Remove the sliced ham from its packing and place it on top of the paper towel. Place another piece of folded paper towel on top of the ham, close the container firmly and place in the fridge.

How do you eat sliced ham? ›

A fully cooked, ready-to-eat ham (also referred to as a "city ham") can be sliced and served cold or at room temperature—there's no need to reheat it. A spiral-cut ham is delicious this way, whether eaten by the slice, tucked into biscuits, or in a grilled cheese sandwich.

Discover More Details ›

What can I put on my ham so it doesn't dry out? ›

Baste with broth or stock: One way to add moisture to a dried out ham is to baste it with a flavorful liquid such as broth or stock. Use a brush or spoon to apply the liquid over the ham periodically during cooking, or place the ham in a roasting pan with a layer of broth or stock at the bottom of the pan.

Learn More Now ›

Is ham still good after 7 days? ›

Of course there are many options, but one thing you should not do is let it sit too long in the refrigerator. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, ham is good for three to five days in the refrigerator after it is cooked.

What can I do with a precooked ham? ›

They're wet-cured hams that are technically safe to eat as-is, without even heating them up. While many people may wonder how long you have to heat one of these hams, all you have to do is this: Cut the ham free from the package, cover it in foil and reheat it to a good serving temperature.

How do you make sliced ham taste better? ›

Add 1/2-3/4 of a cup of wine or stock to the pan (you don't want the ham swimming in liquid) and throw some aromatics in there—a few whole cloves, some star anise, and cinnamon sticks are all good options. Cover the ham with foil and place in a 250-degree oven until it reaches an internal temperature of 100℉.