If you’re looking for a recipe to use leftover ham from Christmas, Thanksgiving, or Easter dinner, or just a cheap way to use a prepared ham steak or hock from the store, these leftover ham recipes are sure to be winners! This is a collection of delicious, easy ways to use ham in recipes.
Some of these use ham meat, and some use a ham bone. So make sure you don’t toss those leftovers – even the bone! Save leftover ham to make one of these easy, scrumptious, and healthy recipes.

Crustless Ham and Zucchini Quiche
This easy crustless quiche has flour and baking powder stirred into the batter, for a fluffy and delicious quiche that holds its shape with no messing with a pie crust! The shredded zucchini melts into every bite and adds a boost of healthy veggies.
Split Pea Soup with Ham (Instant Pot, Slow Cooker, or Stovetop)
You can use leftover chopped ham OR a ham bone for this classic, easy split pea soup with hundreds of five-star reviews.
Black Eyed Pea Soup (Instant Pot, Stovetop, Slow Cooker Friendly)
Black eyed peas, kale, ham, tomatoes, smoked paprika... there's so much deliciousness and nutrition going on in this twist on traditional New Years Eve black eyed peas!
Croque Monsieur
Croque Monsieur is a delicious French ham and cheese sandwich made with gruyere, parmesan, ham and a simple béchamel sauce, toasted in the oven. Serve with a green salad and a small cup of French Onion Soup and you have the perfect Parisian meal!
Make Ahead Breakfast Tacos
Ham is the perfect meat option for these breakfast tacos, which are made ahead of time, wrapped in foil, and kept warm in the oven (or fridge, or freezer) until you're ready to eat them. Perfect for meal prep!
Slow Cooker 15 Bean Soup with Ham and Kale (stovetop friendly)
Bust out that slow cooker and let this healthy delicious 15 bean soup simmer all day with cubed ham, kale, veggies, and spices. It's so delicious simple, especially served with crusty buttered bread!
Pineapple and Ham Fried Rice
It only takes 15 minutes to whip up this easy sweet and salty, umami-packed fried rice recipe! You can use any leftover cooked rice, or just buy the microwavable stuff that's already cooked to make your life easier.
Ham, Apple, and Swiss Panini
Buttered bread is spread with mayo AND dijon mustard, filled with sliced crisp apples, ham, and swiss cheese, and grilled in a panini press or in a skillet. The perfect quick and easy lunch or dinner option!
Baked Ham Penne Pasta
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 is a hearty and delicious meal perfect for leftover ham!
Twice Baked Potato Casserole with Ham
This recipe uses leftover ham AND leftover mashed potatoes and is pure comfort food! It's a perfect make ahead meal.
Easy Ham And Cheese Sliders (Oven Or Air Fryer)
Hot and gooey, these easy ham and cheese sliders are a delicious appetizer for game day, parties or just for an easy lunch or dinner. Made with sweet Hawaiian style rolls, you can pop a few of these little gooey bites in the air fryer at a time, or make a double batch all at once oven baked. This recipe is quick and delicious!
Ham Tetrazzini
Delicious Ham Tetrazzini is a scrumptious twist on a classic. Rich creamy sauce mixed with pasta, ham and mushrooms makes a delicious comfort meal for your family. This casserole dish is a great way to use up leftover ham from the holidays.
Rosti Recipe: Shredded Potato Casserole with Ham Cheese and Eggs
Rösti is a Swiss shredded potato casserole that's perfect for brunch. It comes out of the oven, brown and crisp on the edges, melting cheese in the middle, soft-cooked eggs on top.
Ham and Cheese Baked Eggs in Toast
Baking a tray of Ham And Cheese Baked Eggs In Toast in the oven means you can make several servings at once for breakfast, brunch, or brinner. Great way to use up leftover Christmas and Easter ham.
Ham Pot Pie
Make a super simple flaky and buttery ham pot pie with puff pastry! You can use your holiday leftovers or grab some ham from the deli for a delicious dinner.
Ham Salad Recipe
This ham salad is a blend of finely diced ham, mayonnaise, veggies and seasonings, all mixed together to form a savory and creamy salad. The absolute best way to use up leftover ham! Serve your salad as a sandwich, with crackers, or over lettuce.
Pasta with Ham and Peas
Easy and quick Pasta with Ham and Peas. Perfect for using up any leftover ham or if you need a dinner the entire family will love! This pasta recipe comes together super quick and uses bright flavors to transform this dish into a scrumptious family-approved meal.
Savory Crepes (with ham, cheese, and eggs)
These delicious savory crepes are filled with ham, cheese, and eggs with gooey runny yolks. You can serve them as a savory breakfast or a light vegetarian dinner. They’re super quick and easy to make!
Kristy Richardson
So many great ideas here! I’m eyeing the quiche and the crepes, sounds delish! -Kristy
Lisa
Wow! What a delicious looking recipe roundup. I need to run out and buy a ham so I can have leftovers and make some of these recipes.
Elizabeth Lindemann
I’ve been known to buy ham specifically so I have leftovers, hah!
Aleksandra @ Everyday Delicious
Such a great collection of recipes! I bookmarked lots of them, thank you!