20 Recipes Using Leftover Ham (2024)

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Posted on Apr 2, 2018

Don't let that beautiful leftover ham sit in your fridge until it spoils!

by Mom's DinnerCommunity Contributor

BREAKFAST

Ham & Kale Egg Cups

Broccoli, Ham, and Mozzarella Bake with Eggs

Ham & Cheese Jambon Pastries

SANDWICHES

Ham & Brie Breakfast Hand Pies

Cheesy Hot Ham & Broccoli Crescent Pockets

SOUP

Ham & Potato Chowder

Pressure Cooker Split Pea Soup with Ham

Easy Ham & Corn Chowder

Ham & Cheese Soup

APPETIZER

Slow Cooker Ham & Cheese Spinach Dip

Ham & Cheese Mini Quiche

USING THE HAM BONE

Ham & Lentil Soup

Ham & Bean Soup

Smoked Gouda + Cheddar Ham & Potato Casserole

Leftover Ham Mac & Cheese

Cheesy Ham & Broccoli Tater Tot Hotdish

Low Carb Ham & Cauliflower Casserole Au Gratin

PASTA

Leftover Ham Creamy Tortellini

RICE

One Pot Chicken & Rice

INSTANT POT

Instant Pot Green Beans & Ham

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FAQs

What are two ways the ham can be used? ›

Other ham sandwiches include toasted sandwiches such as the Cubano, which uses two types of pork, melted Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard to create a tangy, tart meal. Along with stuffing sandwiches, ham is frequently found topping pizzas in the States, such as the Hawaiian-style pizza that features ham and pineapple.

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How long is leftover ham good for in the fridge? ›

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, ham is good for three to five days in the refrigerator after it is cooked. If you need more time to use up those leftovers, ham will last up to two months in the freezer. The USDA also recommends wrapping up leftovers well.

What can I do with a precooked 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.

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Can dogs eat ham? ›

Is Ham Bad for Dogs? Ham is not toxic to dogs, but it's also not a healthy treat for them. So if your pup eats a little piece that fell to the floor, they should be totally fine. But feeding ham to your dog as a regular snack can cause some long-term health issues.

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Can cooked ham be frozen? ›

You can freeze delicious ham and it'll last for weeks before you need to use it. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reports that fully cooked frozen ham is safe to eat for up to one to two months. If you find yourself with leftover ham, freezing it for future use is both easy and convenient.

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What is grandmother ham? ›

About this product: A fully boned leg which is hand trimmed and tied with the skin left over, then smoked over german beech. A full Grandmother Ham is approximately 3 to 5kg, a half Grandmother Ham approximately 2 to 3kg.

What is Kentucky ham? ›

The renowned Kentucky hams of the United States, for example, are cut exclusively from Hampshire hogs that have been fattened on beans, wild acorns, and clover until the last few weeks before the slaughter, when their diet is restricted to grain.

Why is my ham slimy but not expired? ›

A slimy or sticky texture Ham should have a soft and moist texture, but it won't leave any wet or greasy residue behind on your skin. Slimy ham is a sign of bacterial growth, so don't consume it if it's wet or oily. Some bacteria may cause ham to become sticky, too.

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Is a 2 year old frozen ham still good? ›

An uncooked, cut country ham can be refrigerated for two to three months or frozen for one month. A cooked Country Ham should be refrigerated for seven days and or frozen for one month. Freezer storage time is for quality only. Frozen hams remain safe indefinitely.

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Can you eat cooked ham after 7 days? ›

Information. Spiral-cut hams and leftovers from consumer-cooked hams may be stored in the refrigerator three to five days or frozen one to two months. Keep your refrigerator at 40 °F or less and your freezer at or near 0 °F.

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Can you eat 5 day old ham? ›

In short? Once you open a package of ham, or if it comes open — like if it was sliced at the deli counter— you can safely eat your leftovers for up to five days. In addition to these dates, it's always best to stick to the use-by date printed on the ham's package.

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How do you jazz up a precooked ham? ›

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℉.

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Is a precooked ham already cooked? ›

The answer, in short, is if it is cured, smoked or baked, ham is considered “pre-cooked,” and would not technically need to be cooked. This includes the ham that is purchased at the deli. In fact, most ham that is sold to consumers is already cured, smoked or baked.

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How do you heat up a precooked ham without drying it out? ›

Arrange slices in a single layer on a greased baking pan. Add a couple of tablespoons of broth or water and cover with foil. Bake for about 10 minutes or until heated through, turning slices once.

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What compliments a ham dinner? ›

(Here's an easy way to figure out how much ham to serve per person, by the way.) Potatoes are a classic side dish, of course, but it never hurts to have something crunchy and colorful on the table as well, such as a salad, biscuits, beans, roast carrots, and sweet potatoes all make classic sides as well.

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Should I cook already cooked ham? ›

No. Both whole or half, cooked, vacuum-packaged hams packaged in federally inspected plants and canned hams can be eaten cold, right out of the package. However, if you want to reheat these cooked hams, set the oven no lower than 325 °F and heat to an internal temperature of 140 °F as measured with a food thermometer.

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Can you eat an already cooked ham? ›

Cooked canned ham and cooked vacuum-packaged ham, both from federally inspected plants, can be eaten right out of the package. All of these along with spiral-cut cooked ham are safe to eat cold or can be warmed to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), as they are already fully cooked.

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