If you have leftover ham, consider yourself lucky.

There are so many delicious uses for leftover ham. But my favorite of all?

Ham salad.

Today I’m sharing a very simple recipe for ham salad spread, which can be used as a sandwich spread, cracker topper, or raw veggie dip.

The recipe, below, is adaptable, depending on how much ham you have.

I recommend starting out with 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise per 1 cup of ground ham. But you can certainly add more.

Uses For Leftover Ham

Have more leftover ham? Here are some delicious ways to use it:

Add cubed ham to an omelette or egg bake

Add cubed ham to scalloped potatoes

Add ham chunks to a pasta salad

Make a cobb salad

Make a hearty Hawaiian pizza

Make a melted ham and cheese sandwich

Slice thin and add to a breakfast sandwich

Make ham and bean soup

How Long Does Ham Last In The Refrigerator?

Leftover ham will stay fresh in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Store in an airtight container.

Freeze leftover ham: Any remaining ham can be frozen for several months. Slice ham or cut into cubes. Place in a freezer bag and squeeze out as much air as possible.

Repurposing leftovers can be fun and challenging. This is just one of many, many delicious leftover ham recipes. Have fun experimenting with your culinary bonus item!