Ham Recipes

Ham history, varieties, selection and storage information. Learn all about ham before trying one of the many ham recipes.

What's the difference between a smoked ham and a raw ham? Learn information on different ham varieties, cuts, and terminology.

Cheese, acorn squash, and ham make a wonderful pasta filling for homemade tortelloni (tortellini), and the tomato cream sauce is quick and easy. The pasta dough comes together quickly in a food processor or mixer with a dough hook. You may omit the ham, if need be.

This appetizer tree serves double-duty as a colorful and attractive table decoration for parties and as an edible treat. If you are creative, you can carve the fresh pineapple into any shape that suits your party. Feel free to use your favorite fruits, vegetables, cheeses, and or/cooked meats in any combination. Modify the colors of the foods to fit your theme.

Apple cider, Dijon mustard, allspice, and bourbon make a fabuous glaze and pan gravy for smoked ham.

The ham basting sauce is made with champagne, brown sugar, honey, ginger, and dry mustard.

This hearty bean soup makes 100 servings, enough to feed a crowd. The soup gets a wealth of flavor from ham bones.

The ham is partially cooked, then spread with the glaze and basted with the bourbon and pan juices.

Three cheeses and ham give a rich depth of flavor to bland cauliflower. The meat may be omitted, if necessary. Cauliflower gratin makes a great side dish, but consider it also for breakfast or brunch. Great for low-carb diets.

Break away from the traditional pineapple ham and try this cherry orange glaze. It is fast and easy because the glaze is made with canned cherry pie filling and orange marmalade.

Gumbo, a popular Cajun/Creole dish, is made here with chicken, andouille sausage, okra, and tomatoes. The pressure cooker makes quick work of this dish which is traditionally served with white rice. Do check out the variations with ham, chicken sausage, and/or corn.

Soy sauce, ginger, mushrooms, and chestnuts give a Chinese flair to rice stuffing for turkey. Plan ahead to allow time for the turkey to marinate.

Ginger, soy sauce, and mushrooms give a Chinese influence to rice paella loaded with chicken, shellfish, and fish.

Ham is cooked in cola and onions, then covered with a molasses mustard glaze and baked. This is a good option when you don't need a huge bone-in ham. It's quick and easy.

Colorful frittata is loaded with mushrooms, broccoli, ham, and Cheddar cheese. Great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Do not worry about precise measurements with the vegetables, and feel free to substitute your favorite veggies. Turkey ham or chunk tuna may be substituted for the ham.

If you are fortunate enough to come by a country-cured ham, don't be turned off by the moldy exterior. Here's how to prepare it. This cured ham requires at least a day of preparation time, so plan ahead.

If you are fortunate enough to come by a country-cured ham, don't be turned off by the moldy exterior. Here's how to prepare it. This cured ham requires at least a day of preparation time, so plan ahead.

Gumbo is a Creole favorite and this version has crab, shrimp, and ham, along with the requisite okra. Serve with white rice.

Cranberry juice, honey, and mustard make a delicious glaze for smoked ham.

Creamed spinach is fast and easy to make. This recipe has converted many spinach-haters, so do give it a try. The ham lends a hearty richness, but you may omit it if you wish or try substituting bacon.

Denver Diner Pizza Recipe. If you are a fan of diner-style Denver omelets, you will fall in love with this pizza. It is topped with ham, tomato, sweet bell peppers, two cheeses, and sunny-side up eggs.

Decadent two-layer sandwich is loaded with turkey, ham, Swiss cheese, bacon, and olives.

The classic Irish coddle recipe is basically a ham, sausage, potato, and onion stove-top casserole. It makes an easy and hearty meal.

Rich with pancetta, mozzarella, cabbage, and thyme, this pasta dish can be on the table in less than 30 minutes.

Potatoes, ham and cheese beef up this omelet. Great for breakfast, yet hearty enough for dinner.

Great for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, this ranch-style frittata is a meal in one. Serve with fresh fruit on the side.

Sure to please your guests, this baked appetizer combines ham and fresh ground pork sausage with vegetables, mustard, spices, and a splash of whiskey. Ground ham is available in 1-pound rolls in most supermarket meat departments, but you can also grind your own in a grinder or food processor. These are so good, you will probably need to make a double batch for your party.

Green Eggs and Ham Recipe. If your kids love the Dr. Suess book featuring the Cat in the Hat and his misadventures with the children, then they will get a kick out of this version of green eggs and ham.

The French green beans (haricot vert) are best in this recipe. Bacon, onions, sweet red peppers, balsamic vinegar, and wine give a sweet and sour, smoky flavor to the beans. If you cannot find them fresh or frozen, use the thinnest green beans you can find. Roasted red peppers (your own or jarred) may be substituted for the fresh bell pepper.

If your kids love the Dr. Suess book featuring the Cat in the Hat and his misadventures with the children, then they will get a kick out of this version of green eggs and ham. They might even start liking green foods! Adults will adore it, of course.

Gruyere cheese and ham are rolled up into chicken breasts and topped with wine gravy for an elegant presentation.

This is a great way to use up leftover ham. Ham patties top buttered acorn squash all in one skillet. Kids love this dish. If acorn squash is not in season, try substituting sweet potatoes.

This unusual ham and lima bean salad is cooked but served at room temperature. The delightfully different dressing is made with maple syrup, vinegar, and fresh thyme. To cut back on cooking time, you may use canned or frozen lima beans.

Sweet potatoes are seasoned with nutmeg and orange peel then layered with ham and mustard. Baked and topped with sesame seeds, this dish is sure to please family or guests.

Ham and Swiss go together like PB&J, and works particularly well in this spread for rye crackers. Or spread it on toast and broil for a hot appetizer. Best of all, it can be made up to 2 days in advance.

Canned ham becomes special with a glaze of apple or guava jelly, mustard, pineapple juice, and wine, then topped with a cherry and raisin sauce. Try this method with pork tenderloin or even chicken.

The ham and cheese are baked into this bread roll. Just bake and slice. No assembly required.

Jerusalem artichokes take the place of starch in tasty and easy eggrolls.

This dish is good chilled, at room temperature, or hot. Cut into small cubes for an appetizer.

You won't believe how easy it is to make this hearty and heart-warming lentil soup. Ham is used for flavoring, but you may substitute bacon, if you wish. Recipe may be frozen.

Jambalaya is a Cajun specialty that is delicious but not necessarily low-fat or low-calorie. Try this lighter version that still contains ham, chicken, and shrimp.

Ham slices are filled with a savory cheese mixture, then rolled into wraps. To serve as an appetizer, simply slice into 1-inch pieces. Perfect for low-carb diets.

Balsamic vinegar makes a flavorful pan sauce for a surprisingly delicious but easy low-fat chicken with ham and mozzarella cheese.

This Macaroni Grill favorite combines chicken, artichokes, mushrooms, capers, and pasta in a lemon butter sauce.

Eggplant, peas, and ham are cooked in beer and mixed with penne pasta for a simple, but hearty meal.

Plan on making a double batch for any party or occasion, especially Super Bowl. Even guys ask for the recipe. Marinated ham and Swiss cheese buns make a killer appetizer, and better yet, you can make them a couple of days in advance before baking. Feel free to experiment using your favorite deli meats and cheeses in any combination. They all work well with this marinade. Be sure to read the Notes before you begin.

Rhubarb makes a flavorful sauce for prosciutto-wrapped pork fillets.

This hearty Feijoada stew is the national dish of Brazil. It's loaded with black beans, pork, bacon, sausage, ham, and beef. Plan ahead to soak the beans overnight. This recipe takes some time to cook, but the result is well worth it.

The Monte Cristo is a sandwich filled with turkey, ham, and Swiss cheese that is coated and deep-fried. Some restaurants serve it with a dusting of powdered sugar. It is not for the faint of heart, but it is indeed decadently delicious.

Nine different types of dried beans, plus barley, are combined to make a heart-warming bean soup mix great for gifts or to keep on hand. If you are giving as a gift, be sure to include the recipe instructions. This will make 9 gifts and each will make enough soup to feed 8.

Ground venison is filled with oats, ham, and mozzarella cheese. This recipe is from avid hunter and rock star Ted Nugent from his popular cookbook.

Gumbo is a Cajun and Creole favorite. This version is full of ham, shrimp, chicken giblets, and crab. Gumbo is traditionally served over hot cooked rice.

Ham and coffee are the basis for red eye gravy, a Southern favorite. This is not for the faint of heart, but it sure is tasty!

If you don't care for smoked salmon or can't find it, you may substitute other smoked fish, black olives, ground ham, blue cheese, or caviar.

Put this hearty casserole together in about 15 minutes, then put it in the oven and forget about it for about an hour. Feel free to substitute gold potatoes. Easy and filling.

This combination of an omelet and a souffle is light and fluffy, yet takes less than 20 minutes to make. If you get the ham from the deli, be sure to get one that is low in water content. Boiled ham will not work. It is also great for dinner. Don't miss the Western omelet and strawberry omelet variations.

Spiced pork roast (fresh deboned picnic ham) is flavored with Worcestershire, brown sugar, herbs, and spices for an easy main dish for the slow cooker. Be aware that this particular recipe is designed for the Crock-Pot® Versaware product line which allows stove-top sauteing directly in the stone crock. Do not use this method with a standard Crock-Pot® or other slow cooker. Alternative instructions are included for standard and older model slow cookers.

Squid (calamari) tubes are stuffed with a mixture of ham and tomatoes, sauteed with onion and garlic, then baked in wine.

This is a great recipe for leftover turkey and potatoes. You can also substitute ham, duck, chicken, or goose for the turkey.

Swiss cheese and cream cheese form the base for these cheese balls flavored with thyme and smoked ham. A splash of vodka gives a peppery flavor, but omit it if you wish. Perfect for parties.

Layers of ham, Swiss cheese, and green onions are rolled into bread dough, sliced, and baked into sandwich rolls. Use a good quality deli ham for these rolls. The cheap sandwich ham contains too much water and will make the rolls soggy. These rolls can also be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or as a snack.

A meal in itself, stir-fried rice with pineapple, baby shrimp, chicken breast, ham, and vegetables is quickly stir-fried and served in a a pineapple shell.

Unless you have a very large family, chances are you will not use up an entire ham in one meal. Ham sandwiches are delicious, of course, but try branching out to not only use up that leftover ham, but also use it as a meal-stretcher with these recipes.

Cooked turkey and ham are layered on top of broccoli, covered with a rich, creamy white wine sauce and baked. Cooked chicken may be substituted for the turkey.

Turkey and ham liven up traditional potato hash. Leeks, onions, and bell peppers add additional flavor. Chicken may be substituted for the turkey if you do not have any leftovers. Serve with fried eggs on top or just as is.

The traditional Cuban sandwich is a favorite, but this upscaled version will knock your socks off! It uses artisan bread (from the bakery is fine), rosemary sun-dried tomato ham, and brie cheese. Fancy and tasty enough for dinner.

Brandy, anchovies, capers, and ham make an interesting sauce for veal chops. Please do not skip the anchovies. You will detect no fishy taste in the sauce, but they are a key ingredient.

Mix up beans for gifts or just to have on hand to make soup. The soup is made with ham hock, onions, and tomatoes. The beans look quite colorful when given as a gift in a glass jar. Do not forget to include the cooking instructions. Be sure to keep some for yourself.