Love serving up a beautiful ham for Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special gathering? You’re not alone, and this delicious roundup of 40 Ham and Leftover Ham Recipes proves it! Whether you’re planning the perfect glazed centerpiece or wondering what to do with all those tasty leftovers, this collection of 40 ham recipes has you completely covered.
From soups and hearty casseroles to creative pastas, sandwiches, and brunch favorites, these recipes will help you make the most of every bite. Plus, don’t miss the handy freezer tips to keep nothing going to waste. Get ready to turn your ham haul into meals your family will request again and again!

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Ham Recipes
These ham recipes make any gathering feel special and delicious. From sweet glazes to smoky flavors, there’s something for everyone. Whether you bake, grill, smoke or slow cook, each recipe delivers juicy results. These dishes are perfect for holidays or simple family dinners.
Hams Big and Small

How To Cook A Ham by Noshing With The Nolands is a complete beginner-friendly guide that walks you through baking a perfectly juicy, flavorful ham every time.
Peach Glazed Spiral Ham

Peach Glazed Spiral Ham by Noshing With The Nolands has a sweet, sticky peach glaze that adds a fruity twist that beautifully complements savory spiral ham.
Pecan Glazed Ham

Pecan Glazed Ham by Noshing With The Nolands is a show-stopping holiday centerpiece that is coated in a rich and nutty glaze. It’s the ultimate holiday meal.
Slow Cooker Honey Glazed Ham

Slow Cooker Honey Glazed Ham by Wholefully allows your slow cooker do the work while you enjoy tender ham coated in a sweet honey glaze.
Smoked Bone In Leg Of Ham

Smoked Bone In Leg of Ham by BBQing With The Nolands has a deep, smoky flavor that infuses every bite of this classic bone-in ham. It’s always a crowd favorite.
Ham Steak On The Grill

Ham Steak On The Grill by BBQing With The Nolands is a quick and easy option that gives you perfectly charred, flavorful ham steaks in minutes. Perfect for an inexpensive, quick meal.
Boneless Ham With Brown Sugar Pineapple Glaze

Boneless Ham with Brown Sugar Pineapple Glaze from Noshing With The Nolands pairs savory ham with a sweet and tangy pineapple glaze for a crowd-pleasing dish.
Orange Bourbon Glazed Ham

Orange Bourbon Glazed Ham by Amanda’s Cookin’ blends bright citrus notes with bold bourbon flavor to create a rich and memorable glaze.
Instant Pot Ham

Instant Pot Ham by Boulder Locavore makes it easy to prepare a moist and flavorful ham in a fraction of the usual cooking time.
Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Glazed Ham

Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Glazed Ham by Diethood combines sweet honey and tangy mustard to create a bold, delicious glaze for tender ham.
Cherry Smoked Ham with Bourbon Mustard Glaze

Cherry Smoked Ham with Bourbon Mustard Glaze by Blackberry Babe infuses smoky flavor into the ham and finishes it with a sweet and tangy bourbon mustard glaze.
Brown Sugar Ham

Brown Sugar Ham by Simply Stacie is a classic recipe that creates a beautifully caramelized crust with rich, sweet flavor.
Honey Glazed Ham

Honey Glazed Ham by Erren’s Kitchen is a timeless dish that features a glossy, sweet honey coating over perfectly cooked ham.
Spiral Ham with Pineapple Cola Glaze

Spiral Ham with Pineapple Cola Glaze by Dish ‘n’ The Kitchen features a sweet, tangy, cola-based glaze with pineapple for a fun, flavorful twist.
Leftover Ham Recipes
Leftover ham becomes something new and exciting with these easy recipes. Turn extras into soups, casseroles, sandwiches, and more. Each dish helps you reduce waste while maximizing flavor. These ideas make leftovers just as enjoyable as the original meal.
Ham and Egg Breakfast Casserole

This Ham & Cheese Breakfast Casserole with Spinach by The Kitchen is My Playground is a hearty, make-ahead breakfast dish filled with savory ham, melty cheese, and nutritious spinach.
Ham and Cheese Soup

Ham and Cheese Soup by Homemade in the Kitchen is a creamy and comforting soup loaded with tender ham and rich, cheesy flavor.
Split Pea Soup With Ham

Split Pea Soup with Ham by Noshing With The Nolands is a classic, hearty soup that uses leftover ham to add depth and richness.
Slow Cooker Ham Bone Soup

Slow Cooker Ham Bone Soup by Noshing With The Nolands slowly simmers ham bones to create a deeply flavorful and comforting soup.
Crock Pot Ham and Bean Soup

Crock Pot Ham and Bean Soup by Noshing With The Nolands is a protein-packed dish that transforms leftover ham into a meal.
Ham and Potato Soup

Ham and Potato Soup by Spend With Pennies combines creamy potatoes and savory ham into a warm and satisfying soup.
Hot Baked Sandwich

Hot Baked Sandwich by Noshing With The Nolands is a melty sandwich that turns leftover ham into a delicious meal.
Savory Dutch Baby

Savory Dutch Baby by Noshing With The Nolands is an oven-baked dish that turns ham into a tasty brunch recipe.
Cheesy Ham Casserole

Cheesy Ham Casserole by Spend With Pennies is a rich baked dish loaded with gooey cheese and hearty ham. It’s always a family favorite.
Ham and Egg Casserole

Ham and Egg Casserole by Erren’s Kitchen is a protein-packed breakfast bake that is perfect for feeding a crowd.
Eggless Breakfast Casserole

Eggless Breakfast Casserole by Bowl Me Over offers a creative twist on traditional breakfast casseroles while still delivering comforting flavors.
Pizza Rustica Italian Easter Pie

Pizza Rustica Italian Easter Pie by Noshing With The Nolands is a savory pie filled with ham, cheeses, and rich flavors. It’s a great way to use leftover ham.
Ham Salad Sandwich

Ham Salad Sandwich by Noshing With The Nolands is a classic sandwich filling that makes great use of leftover ham.
Cubano Sandwich

Cubano Sandwich by BBQing With The Nolands layers ham with cheese in a pressed sandwich that is crispy. It’s an excellent way to use leftover ham.
Ham and Cheese Quiche

This Ham and Cheese Quiche by I Heart Naptime features a flaky crust filled with a creamy custard, savory ham, and melted cheese.
Ham Cheese Sliders

Ham Cheese Sliders by Amanda’s Cookin’ are bite-sized sandwiches that are perfect for parties, gatherings, or quick meals.
Macaroni and Cheese with Ham and Peas

Macaroni and Cheese with Ham and Peas by Amanda’s Cookin’ adds ham and peas to a creamy mac and cheese. It makes a wonderful holiday side dish.
Ham and Cheese Frittata

Ham and Cheese Frittata by I Heart Naptime is a light yet satisfying dish that works for brunch or dinner.
Creamy Ham and Pea Pasta

Creamy Ham and Pea Pasta by Noshing With The Nolands is a quick pasta dish coated in a rich sauce. It comes together quickly, so you can spend more time with your family.
Ham Asparagus Lemon Butter Pasta

Ham Asparagus Lemon Butter Pasta by Dish ‘n’ The Kitchen combines fresh asparagus, savory ham, and a lemon flavor. It makes a wonderful holiday side dish.
Instant Pot Risotto Ham Asparagus

Instant Pot Risotto Ham Asparagus by Noshing With The Noland creates a creamy risotto with ham and asparagus. Made in the Instant Pot, it’s a great way to save oven and stove top space on holidays.
Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

Hawaiian Macaroni Salad by Noshing With The Nolands is a creamy side dish that brings a hint of tropical flavor to your table.
Smoked Scalloped Potatoes With Ham

Smoked Scalloped Potatoes with Ham by BBQing With The Nolands layers ham with tender potatoes and a rich, cheesy sauce.
Southern Ham Macaroni Salad

Southern Ham Macaroni Salad by Magnolia Days is a hearty and flavorful twist on a classic picnic favorite.
Russian Layered Salad

Russian Layered Salad by Diethood is a colorful dish that combines layers of ingredients, including ham, for a unique presentation.
Fiji Sandwich

Fiji Sandwich by Noshing With The Nolands is a satisfying sandwich that transforms leftover ham into something exciting and different.









Comments & Reviews
Ruth I says
These are all delicious recipes! We always buy ham that is on sale but it’s too much for us. ha! I will be trying some of these recipes.
Debra says
So many delicious ideas and recipes – amazing!!
Kavey says
That’s an amazing collection of recipes! I need to cook and use ham more in my cooking, we rarely do for some reason though we do like it. Thanks for all the ideas!
Camilla says
Wow, loving all these wonderful ham recipes, such a versatile meat;-)
Nicole Neverman says
This collection is absolutely wonderful!! What a fantastic resource 🙂 I am always at a loss as to what to do with all the ham!
Amy @ The Blond Cook says
All of these recipes look absolutely amazing and I can’t wait to try some!!! Thanks so much for including my pineapple and rum glazed ham! Pinned!
Janette@CulinaryGinger says
What a fabulous line-up, they all look so good. Thank you for including my split pea and ham soup, you have put my dish is delicious company.
Renee says
Oh my. Now that’s one tasty collection of ham recipes. Thanks so much for including a couple of mine. Pinned and shared.