If you’ve barely made a dent in your over-sized Christmas ham and now it’s taking up precious fridge space and making the watermelon taste … hammy, don’t let all that precious meat go to waste. Ham up your post-Christmas meals with these leftover ham recipes. From egg-based quiche, frittata and crepes, to pizza, pasta and toasted sandwich recipes, there’s no shortage of ways to get more creative with your ham. You’ll also find recipes for light salads, buttery tarts and breakfast fritters.
Ultimate ham and cheese toastie
It’s the fresh pineapple relish that takes this toasted ham sandwich to another level.
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Christmas ham sandwich
A really good ham sandwich.
Ham and cheese croquettes
Snacking doesn’t get much better than this.
Pea and ham soup
A classic favourite.
Breakfast frittata
Breakfast worth getting out of bed for.
Ham and pineapple pizza
It’s possibly the most controversial topping, but we just can’t get enough of pineapple on pizza.
Cheesy ham omelette
Nothing beats a simple omelette packed with salty ham and oozing cheese for a simple breakfast or easy lunch.
Cauliflower ‘fried rice’ with mushrooms and ham
Swap rice for cauliflower for a meal that is lower in carbs and calories.
Summer spaghetti with pea pesto and ham
A simple pesto of baby peas, herbs, Parmesan, and garlic tossed through tender spaghetti with salty leg ham makes for a light and satisfying summer pasta dish.
Caramelised onion, ham and pecorino strata
If you have any leftover stale bread save it to use in this savoury bread pudding. You can also veg it up! Forget the ham and replace it with 4 slices drained, sliced, roasted red capsicum.
Ham salad with ricotta and balsamic figs
Smokey hearty ham salad with smooth ricotta and zingy balsamic figs – a truly winning combination! Enjoy for dinner any night of the week!
Baked pasta with ham, blue cheese and fennel
Snuggle up and enjoy a big bowl of this deliciously cheesy and creamy baked pasta with ham, blue cheese and fennel. The ultimate comfort food for the cooler winter nights.
Ham and cheese galettes
Unfilled crepes suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note
Mini baguettes with leg ham, brie and mustard mayo
Pretend your strolling through the Place de la Concorde with fresh baguettes and creamy brie, complete with leg ham and delicious mustard mayo.
Risoni with ham and capsicum
Not suitable to freeze. Suitable to microwave. Risoni is a small rice-shaped pasta very similar to orzo. If unavailable, use any small soup-style pasta. Alternatively, pearl barley, rice or quinoa can also be used in this salad. Note
Ham and cheese scroll
We used milk and water to to make the base, for a lighter result – all milk or all water can also be used. Milk is best for scones/scrolls. Note
Cheese, ham and spinach impossible pie
This delicious savoury pie is extremely easy to make -simply mix all ingredients together and bake. It’s great enjoyed fresh out of the oven with a side salad, or cut up and chilled for school or work lunches.
Chunky ham and fig sandwiches
Spread bread with a little fig jam when fresh figs are not available. Note
Ham, mustard and parsley terrine
Caperberries, although from the same plant, are quite different to capers. Don’t be tempted to omit them. Scattered over this rustic ham, mustard and parsley terrine, they add a delightful piquancy to this dish.
Croque madame
More than just a ham, egg and cheese toastie, the classic croque madame is perfect dish for brunch or supper, with a little bit of France in every bite.
Tortilla with corn, ham hock and coriander jalapeño salsa
The ham hock can be cooked a day or two before it’s needed. Keep the ham from the bone, covered with the reserved liquid, in the fridge; reheat it when needed in a saucepan over a low heat.
Mini ham and corn quiches
Perfect for an after school snack, or school and work lunches these mini ham and corn quiches are easy and tasty and appealing.
Ham and brie finger sandwiches
With the addition of caramelised onion relish, these ham and cheese finger sandwiches make the tastiest afternoon snack. You can experiment with all sorts of fillings like smoked salmon with cream cheese, egg and mayo, or chicken and watercress.
Ham, cheese and tomato chutney wraps
Prepare the wraps the night before the picnic; wrap each roll tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate. Cut the rolls at the picnic. Note
Bagel with avocado, ham & cheese
Everybody loves a bagel. For this recipe, we’ve selected avocado, ham and cheese, but don’t stop there. Try smoked salmon, cream cheese and capers, or chicken and avocado for an equally delicious lunch.
Breakfast fry-up
This classic fry-up of mushrooms, ham and tomatoes is perfect for a lazy weekend.
Ham and cheese macaroni
Recipe is best prepared as required. Note
Witlof and ham bake
Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note
Ham and green lentil soup with gremolata
Dig into this classic winter warmer with melt-in-your-mouth ham, tender lentils and juicy vegetables topped with fragrant gremolata. Serve with a generous slice of crusty bread and melting butter.
Toasted ham sandwich with fried egg
Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note
Chicken and ham patties
Crispy and delicious chicken and ham patties that are great in burgers or for a snack.
Eggs with asparagus, grilled ham and onion jam
Onion jam can be made a day ahead; keep, covered, in the refrigerator. To serve warm, place in microwave-safe bowl, reheat in microwave on MEDIUM (50%) until warm. Note
Pea and ham brown rice salad
Keep salad refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving. Note
