Our Favourite Ways To Use Up Leftover Ham

Christmas is the time for leftovers, and these leftover ham recipes are seriously tasty. From Ham & Bean Soup to Ham & Cheese Egg Cups and even Tortellini, there's lots you can cook up. So, if you're after some well-needed leftovers inspo, we've got you covered with a bunch of delicious recipes.

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Thinking about what to do with leftover spiral ham? This soup has you covered. It's warm and comforting and endlessly filling. It's simple to make and makes the best use of any leftovers you may have.

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If you're after the sandwich to beat all other sandwiches, step in the Croque Madame. It's basically an indulgent ham and cheese toastie with a fried egg on top, an upgrade to the Croque Monsieur which literally translate as 'mister crunch.'

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This sandwich is a decadent play on the classic Monte Cristo. For this version, instead of simple bread, make a slice of French toast and pile everything on it in an over-the-top style.

Get the French Toast Ham and Cheese Sandwiches recipe.

This cheesy baked dish will turn your leftover ham into the heartiest dinner bake.

Get the Cheesy Ham & Potato Casserole recipe.

This breakfast casserole is our favourite way to feed a crowd. If you're not a fan of ham, bacon is a great substitute. Just be sure to crisp it up in a pan before adding to your casserole. Soggy bacon = 😫. If you'd like to prep this dish ahead of time, combine all ingredients in your baking dish and cover with cling film. Refrigerate until ready to bake.

Get the Ham & Cheese Brunch Bake recipe.

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.

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Ham & cheese, please!

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This low-carb breakfast comes together in no time—seriously, you only need 20-ish minutes! If you like your eggs super runny, you might want to pull them from the oven a minute before you think they're ready. You'll need to let them rest for a bit in the muffin tin before taking them out (they'll be HOT), and during these few minutes, the eggs will continue to cook slightly.

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If you're short on time and crave breakfast for dinner (wait, isn't that every night?) this super simple pizza has your name all over it. You can really use any cheese you have, but don't forget those mouthwatering eggs on top!

Get the Ham, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Pizza recipe.

Get the Instant Pot Split Pea Soup recipe.

The homemade poppyseed dressing makes these sliders EXTRA special. We like using yellow mustard for it's bright, acidic flavour, but dijon or whole grain mustard would be just as delicious.

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These roll-ups are the perfect low-carb substitute to your favourite Breakfast Burrito. Easy enough to make for a crowd and the filling possibilities are endless! Start your morning off on the right foot.

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Throw in some thyme and bay leaves and you've got a super flavourful main-course worthy soup. Serve with a slice of toasted homemade sourdough and you're golden.

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You're probably thinking, "I don't need a ham sandwich recipe." Well, you clearly do, because you're here. This sandwich is worth following a recipe for. It will be the sandwich you crave for every lunch and every midnight snack. Making your own herb mayo—by mixing in a few fresh herbs and some olive oil—will make this sandwich stand above the rest.

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Cheesy scalloped potatoes meet salty ham for a perfect match.

Get the Scalloped Potatoes with Ham recipe.

A warm, hearty soup is what we crave from September through March and this is the one we turn to time and time again. It's simple, filling, and full of flavour. This soup is so easy to throw together and is great way to use the bone from your spiral ham. If you would rather make this vegetarian just leave out the ham bone and use vegetable stock instead!

Get the Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup recipe.

You won't miss the carbs when there's ham and cheese involved.

Get the Cauliflower Breakfast Muffins recipe.

Dr. Seuss wants us all to try green eggs and ham and with this easy scrambled egg recipe we have no need not to. Skip the food colouring and use spinach and lots of fresh herb to give the eggs a green makeover.

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Breakfast for dinner is easy with this savoury pancake recipe. You'll go to bed full and satisfied without the sugar buzz.

Get the Ham and Pea Pancakes with Chive Butter recipe.

We're going ham over this breakfast.

Get the Ham & Cheese Breakfast Roll-Ups recipe.

These pinwheels are delicious!

Get the Ham & Cheese Pinwheels recipe.

Not sure what to bring? This cheesy ham quiche the perfect dish to make for brunch with friends. It is easy to make, and can be prepared ahead of time, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.

Get the Ham & Cheese Quiche recipe.