It occurs every time we serve ham for Easter. On Monday morning, The One and I open the fridge, logy from overindulging in carbs, and discover a chunk of porcine goodness staring us down.
It goes with out saying that The One will make his split-pea soup utilizing the bone as an alternative of hocks. However we’re at all times left scratching our heads asking, “How are we going to make use of up all this leftover ham?”
One 12 months, I got here up with the ham, cheese, and potato casserole beneath, and since then, it’s grow to be a yearly staple. I encourage you to strive it should you haven’t. Truthfully, it’s purpose sufficient to purchase and cook dinner a complete ham.
And, after all, there are Julia’s eggs Benedict, cheesy-porky omelets, extra potatoes and ham, and nearly any salad–leafy or potato–can profit from ham.
Nonetheless want extra concepts? Fold some into simple empanadas. Stir chunks into your favourite sourdough bread. (Don’t overlook to toss in a handful or two of grated cheese and many black pepper). Slip some into grilled cheese sandwiches. I might go on and on.
Inform me: In the event you’re a ham lover, what do you do with all your leftovers?
xo,
Ham, Cheese, and Potato Casserole
This ham, cheese, and potato casserole is our new definition of decadent consolation meals. Layers of cooked ham, thinly sliced potatoes, shallots, and gooey cheese are baked in a wealthy cream sauce till crispy and golden.
I’ve made this ham and potato casserole in all probability 5 instances, and it’s excellent. I exploit common milk as an alternative of cream simply to lighten it a bit. And I saute some garlic with the shallot as an alternative of rubbing it on the dish.
All the time scrumptious and at all times will get rave critiques. It’s even scrumptious at room temperature or chilly the subsequent morning.
davey
Ham and Cheese Omelet
This ham and cheese omelet is so tasty that you’re going to make it usually, even should you’re not brief on time or vitality. Toss some salty ham in there and you have a successful meal, any time of the day.
Ham and Potatoes Sarladaise
Ham and potatoes sarladaise is only a fancy French means of claiming “Hey, received leftover ham? It is a fantastically comforting factor to make with it!” The addition of parsley and garlic make it rustic and fast to prep.
The ham and potatoes sarladaise was a beautiful dish to make with leftover ham. My household liked it! I did add onions whereas frying the potatoes, although! Positively would make this once more.
lori
Julia Little one’s Eggs Benedict
This eggs Benedict from beloved Julia Little one is made with hollandaise sauce, poached eggs, buttery brioche (or English muffins), and ham. The proper brunch recipe. (How are you going to say no to Julia!)
Superb! This eggs Benedict recipe is divine, particularly the Hollandaise!
mike m.
Monte Cristo Sandwich
The Monte Cristo sandwich could sound fancy, however it’s actually nothing greater than the collision of a ham and cheese sandwich and French toast. Not fancy. However undoubtedly scrumptious.
Leftover Ham FAQs
Leftover ham could be saved within the fridge for as much as 4 days. Retailer it in an hermetic container or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
Sure. Sliced or chopped leftover ham could be frozen in hermetic containers or freezer luggage for as much as two months. Thaw within the fridge in a single day earlier than utilizing.
Reheat your ham within the oven or on the stovetop with some further liquid to stop it from changing into robust or dry.
To reheat the ham within the oven, place it in a baking dish with a couple of tablespoons of broth or water. Cowl tightly and warmth in a 325°F oven till warmed by, about 10 minutes per pound.
To reheat the ham on the stovetop, place the ham in a skillet with a couple of tablespoons of broth or water. Cowl the skillet and set over low warmth till warmed by, stirring often.
In the event you’ve received a leftover ham bone, don’t toss it! It provides unbelievable taste to this sluggish cooker break up pea soup, which is one other nice use for leftover ham.
