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Leftover ham recipes

Ham is so delicious and versatile, we're never sad to see leftovers. This collection of leftover ham recipes, including lunchbox snacks, quick dinners and sandwiches, will keep your ham from going to waste.
Slow cooker pea and ham soup
by Justine Pattison

An old-fashioned classic brought up to date in a slow cooker. Perfect for a wintry day, this filling, budget-friendly soup is made with dried split green peas and smoky gammon. Freeze any leftovers in handy portions in sealed containers for reheating on another day.

Main course

Ham and pea pasta

by Sarah Cook
Main course

Cheese toastie

by Hattie Ellis
Light meals & snacks

Leftover turkey and ham pie

by Paul Hollywood
Main course

Cuban sandwich

by Emily Angle
Light meals & snacks

Pasta frittata

by Justine Pattison
Main course

Special fried rice

by James Martin
Side dishes

Ham and cheese croissant bake

by Helen Upshall
Brunch

Mini quiches

by Buddy Oliver
Light meals & snacks

Savoury French toast

by Nadiya Hussain
Light meals & snacks

Pancakes with poached egg, ham and easy hollandaise

by Justine Pattison
Brunch

Cheese and ham omelette

by Raymond Blanc
Brunch

Ham croquetas with garlic mayo

by James Martin
Light meals & snacks

Ham, egg and spinach Dutch baby

by Rachel Phipps
Brunch

Pizza pockets

by Katy Greenwood
Light meals & snacks

Ham picnic pasta

by Lorna Cooper
Main course

Croque monsieur

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