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    5 Ham Casseroles That Make Leftovers Actually Exciting

    Published: Mar 5, 2025 by Emmeline Kemperyd · post_comments]

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    Leftover ham can be a great base for hearty casseroles that the whole family will enjoy. These five recipes transform your holiday ham into comforting meals that are easy to prepare and packed with flavor. From cheesy dinners to perfect breakfasts, these dishes will make your leftovers feel fresh and exciting.

    Croque Madame Casserole

    Croque Madame Ham and Cheese Breakfast Bake
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    This casserole takes the classic Croque Madame and turns it into an easy dish that everyone will enjoy. With rich gruyere cheese and deli ham, plus some simple refrigerated biscuits, it's a tasty option for any meal.

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    Baked Ham Penne Pasta

    Baked Ham Penne Pasta.
    Photo credit: Miss in the Kitchen.

    Baked Ham Penne Pasta is a go-to dish that everyone loves. This hearty meal combines penne pasta, tasty ham, and a creamy garlic cheese sauce, making it a great way to use up leftover ham.

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    Savory Breakfast Bread Pudding

    Savory Breakfast Bread Pudding.
    Photo Credit: Healthy World Cuisine.

    This ham and cheese breakfast bread pudding is a tasty take on the classic egg casserole. It's a great way to use up leftover bread and holiday ham, and you can prepare it the night before to make serving a crowd easy.

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    Ham and Asparagus Strata

    Ham and Asparagus Strata.
    Photo Credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    This breakfast casserole is simple to prepare ahead of time, making brunch a breeze. It combines cubed bread, ham, sautéed veggies, eggs, milk, and cheese, and just needs to chill overnight before baking.

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    Ham and Potato Casserole

    Ham and potato casserole.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This casserole is the ultimate comfort food with all the good stuff. It's packed with carbs, cheese, and savory ham, making it a dish you'll want to enjoy often.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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