What is Ham? How is it Different from Pork?

The term pork encompasses all cuts of meat from a pig. However, a ham is specifically the back thigh or rump of a pig. A ham may be sold fresh, smoked, or cured. Compared to a pork roast, a ham lasts longer in the fridge, due to preservatives.  Since hams usually contain additional spices, their flavor is deeper than a fresh cut of pork. To learn more, visit this Ham v Pork article, or the Ham 101 article. 

Which Ham Brands are Gluten Free?

Truth be told, I’ve never seen a ham that lists wheat, rye or barley as an ingredient. Boarshead Ham is gluten free, as are most of their meats. Other gluten free brands include Dietz & Watson and Jones Dairy Farm, which are both certified gluten free. For my fellow Michiganders, Dearborn Hams are also gluten free. For an extensive list of brands that make gluten free ham, visit Verywell’s Gluten-Free Ham List. 

How Long Can I Keep Leftover Gluten Free Ham? 

The suggested serving size for ham is about 1/3 lb per person. (1/4 lb for a boneless ham, 1/2 lb for a bone in ham.) However, people always buy larger hams to keep leftovers for themselves, and to send home with guests. The USDA recommends keeping leftover ham no longer than 3-5 days. For best taste, the USDA recommends freezing ham no longer than 2 months. Visit their article on Ham and Food Safety for more information. 

What Can I Make with Leftover Gluten Free Ham?

There are lots of options! I’ve compiled a list of 20 recipes to make using your leftover gluten free ham. While there are traditional soup recipes, I’ve also included quiche, ham spread, croquetas and even pizza! So plan ahead now and make sure you have all the ingredients you need to cook up these dishes.

Recipe Collection

1

Gluten Free Breakfast Casserole For Two

This simple Gluten Free Breakfast Casseole for Two uses bread (or leftover rolls!), eggs, cheese, and leftover ham.

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2

Gluten-Free Mashed Potato Crust Quiche

This easy grain free quiche has a crust made from leftover Mashed Potatoes! Use leftover ham as your protein, and any leftover veggies you have.

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www.whattheforkfoodblog.com

Gluten Free Ham and Cheese Quiche

With a buttery, classic pie crust, this Ham and Cheese Quiche from What the Fork is the perfect way to use up leftover ham.

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mygluten-freekitchen.com

Ham and Potato Chowder {Gluten-free}

This thick and delicious Gluten Free Ham Chowder recipe from My Gluten Free Kitchen is one of my FAVORITE soup recipes. I guarantee you'll love it too!

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www.letthemeatgfcake.com

Instant Pot Navy Bean Soup

Navy Bean Soup is not only a great way to use up leftover ham, but also ham hocks. Recipe from Let Them Eat Gluten Free Cake

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www.onelovelylife.com

Ham & Split Pea Soup (Gluten & Dairy Free)

How often I forget how much I love Split Pea Soup! This recipe from One Lovely Life is gluten free AND dairy free!

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theprettybee.com

Gluten Free Scalloped Potatoes (Dairy Free).

Gluten Free and Dairy Free Scalloped Potatoes, layered with chunks of leftover ham, make for a delicious and hearty dinner.

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allergyawesomeness.com

Leftover Ham Asparagus & Lemon Pasta Dinner

Pasta salads are a quick and easy way to get dinner on the table. This top 8 allergen free recipe from Allergy Awesomeness uses leftover ham, asparagus, and fresh cooked pasta.

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www.mommyhatescooking.com

Dill Ham Salad made with Leftover Ham

This creamy Ham and Dill Salad spread requires only 9 ingredients, and is a perfect snack with crackers, or spread for a sandwich.

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eatatourtable.com

Cuban Style Gluten Free Croquetas

I have always wanted to try these Cuban Style Gluten Free Croquettas from Eat At Our Table. Like Mozzarella sticks, without the cheese!

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MI Gluten Free Gal

Gluten Free Monte Cristo Sliders

This Monte Cristo Sliders usually call for thin sliced ham, but leftover ham would work well, too! Find the whole recipe in my Instagram Reel.

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peaceloveandlowcarb.com

Ham and Cheese Keto Hot Pockets

These grain free hot pockets are made with almond flour, seasonings, cheese and ham. Even if you don't follow a Keto diet, these still sound amazing!

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www.mamaknowsglutenfree.com

Gluten-Free Chicken Pot Pie {Dairy-Free Option}

Who says pot pies have to be made with chicken? Substitute your leftover ham in this recipe from Mama Knows Gluten Free.

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Individual Gluten Free Chicken Pot Pies

Miss those frozen Banquet individual pot pies? Make them from scratch in 6″ pie dishes, and use your leftover ham instead of chicken.

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iowagirleats.com

Cheesy Ham and Broccoli Rice Skillet

This 5 ingredient meal only takes 20 minutes to cook! Another great gluten free savory meal recipe from Iowa Girl Eats.

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tastesbetterfromscratch.com

Ham Fried Rice

Less than 10 ingredients, and less than 20 minutes to cook, this Ham Fried Rice is a delicious and easy recipe to get on the dinner table!

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www.skinnytaste.com

Slow Cooked Black Eyed Peas with Ham

This naturally gluten free slow cooker recipe is a fantastic way to use up your leftover ham. Recipe from Skinnytaste

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eatatourtable.com

Gluten Free Cheesy Chicken Cordon Bleu

My husband and I LOVE this recipe. The crackers she mentions are no longer in production, but you can substitute with your favorite (ground) cheese crackers, or even Whisps or Moon Cheese!

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therealfooddietitians.com

Breakfast Pizza with Hash Brown Crust

Who says pizza is only for dinner? This gluten and grain free breakfast pizza is made with a hash brown crust, and topped with ham, eggs and cheese.

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cupcakesandkalechips.com

Hawaiian Pizza with Gluten Free Crust (or use your favorite!)

Yes, pineapple does belong on pizza. Made with a from-scratch yeasted pizza dough, this recipe is perfect for eating while watching basketball or football.

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What dishes do you traditioanlly make with your leftover gluten free ham? Are there new-to-you recipes on this list you hope to try? Share your recipe ideas with us in the comments! 

Originally Published December 2022

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Perfect Dish for Holiday Leftovers

You could make this Mashed Potato Crust Quiche any time of the year. However, I find it most handy right after the holidays. I always make extra mashed potatoes, because they can be re-purposed in so many ways. After Thanksgiving or Christmas, there’s usually lots of turkey or ham left over. With your potatoes already mashed and your meat already cooked, throwing this quiche together is a snap!

How to Use Mashed Potatoes to Make A Crust

Of course, you can make this any time of the year. The mashed potato crust is easy to make. If you don’t have leftovers, just wash, cut and boil 3-4 potatoes. Once they’re fork tender, drain the water, mash and season to your preference. (I add butter and a bit of goat cheese to mine. Yum!)

Make sure the potatoes are cooled enough to work with, so you don’t burn your hands. Form the mashed potato crust into a pie pan and brush with oil. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 30 minutes, just until it starts to get golden brown. Then take it out and bump the oven to 375.

What’s the Ratio of Egg to Milk to Make A Gluten Free Quiche?

I don’t make quiche often, so I researched a few different recipes to come up with the best filling. I found Gluten Free on a Shoestring had a handy ratio in her recipe, so I followed that. Her basic ratio is 1/4 cup of milk for every egg. I used half and half instead.

What Vegetables/ Meat Do You Add?

I used sauteed mushrooms, onions and spinach for my vegetables. Really, you can use anything you like! I added the last remaining bits of turkey breast I had leftover from my Thanksgiving dinner to my egg mixture. I poured all of that deliciousness (and cheese!) into my prebaked mashed potato crust and waited with baited breath.

Best Gluten Free Quiche I’ve Ever Tasted

It was more beautiful than I even imagined! After allowing it to cool and set up, it sliced beautifully and held up well. It was even better the second day! In truth, this is delicious hot or cold. You’ll definitely want to add this recipe to your breakfast rotation! Thanks to Nicole Hunn and Jessica Webster for your insight on this dish!

Other Uses for Leftover Mashed Potatoes

Looking for other uses for leftover mashed potatoes? Try this recipe for Gluten Free Potato Gnocchi from GF Jules. These savory Gluten Free Bacon Potato Pancakes from A Dash of Megnut sound delicious, too! And don’t miss my recipe for waffled stuffing! Check out this post from Eat at Our Table for more Gluten Free Thanksgiving Leftover recipes.

Recipe

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Gluten-Free Mashed Potato Crust Quiche

Equipment

• OXO Good Grips Glass Pie Plate with Lid
• ZWILLING Twin Signature 3-pc German Knife Set
• Dreamfarm Flisk | 3-In-1 Stainless Steel Whisk

Ingredients

For the Crust

• 2 cups mashed potatoes
• oil

For the Filling

• 6 eggs whisked
• 1 1/2 cups half and half I used 3/4 cup of cream and 3/4 cup of lowfat milk
• Favorite vegetables sauteed as to release their extra water ( no more than 3 cups)
• Favorite cooked sausage / bacon optional (no more than 8 oz)
• 1 1/2 cups grated cheese

Instructions

• Form mashed potatoes evenly into pie crust. Brush lightly with oil. Bake crust at 350 degrees for 30 minutes until lightly browned. When finished, remove crust and turn oven to 375.
• While the mashed potato crust is browning, saute vegetables and cook meat. Set aside.
• Whisk eggs and half-and-half, adding salt and pepper to preference. Combine cooled vegetables, protein and cheese with egg mixture and pour into prepared mashed potato crust. Bake at 375 for 30-35 until set. Allow to cool 15 minutes or more before serving.

Have you ever made a Mashed Potato Crust Quiche before? What are your favorite quiche recipes? Leave me a note in the comments below!

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Originally Published November 2016

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What To Do With Thanksgiving Leftovers?

So when Friday rolls around and you’re waking up from your Thanksgiving Day coma, you have a question to ask yourself. What are you going to DO with all of those leftovers?

Sandwiches made from waffled gluten-free stuffing, that’s what. Forget your traditional open faced turkey sandwich covered in gravy. This “wafflewich” made with waffled gluten free stuffing turns the culinary dial to 11. Be prepared to have your mind blown.

How to Waffle Stuffing

It’s very simple actually to make waffled gluten free stuffing. Of course, I only know the answer because I “googled” it myself and did some research. It seems the ratio is 4 cups of stuffing to 2 eggs. (If you have 3 cups of stuffing, use one egg plus one egg white.) 

I added some water, as my leftover stuffing was a bit dry. Don’t add too much though, as it won’t cook correctly if you do. I found that a cooking time of 10 minutes allowed for the outside crispness that I desired. In the Dash Mini Waffle maker, it only took 5 minutes.

How To Make a Waffled Thanksgiving Sandwich

From there, making a “wafflewich” with your waffled gluten free stuffing is a breeze. This is an excellent time to use leftover turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy. I prefer to use leftover cranberry sauce

However, it you want to make this sandwich truly memorable, smother your waffled stuffing with goat cheese. You might not be able to see mine because it’s topped with juicy chunks of turkey breast. But trust me, it’s there. This is quite a mouthful, so you might want to attack this beauty with a fork and knife.

Other Recipes for Gluten Free Thanksgiving Leftovers

At Thanksgiving, I always make extra mashed potatoes, for this flourless breakfast quiche. I also recommend Eat at Our Table’s round up of Recipes for Thanksgiving Leftovers.  In addition, this list of 33 Thanksgiving leftover recipes from Casey the College Celiac has a lot of great ideas.

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Gluten Free Waffled Stuffing

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Keyword gluten free waffled stuffing, stuffles, waffled stuffing

Ingredients

• 4 cups of leftover stuffing
• 2 eggs

Instructions

• Preheat waffle maker (I like the Dash mini waffle maker for this. 
• Mix prepared stuffing and egg in a bowl. 
• I placed about a 1/2 cup of the stuffing mixture in the waffle maker. Then I allowed it to cook for 5 minutes. 
• To turn into a sandwich, top with leftover mashed potatoes, sliced turkey, cranberry sauce, and just a touch of goat cheese, if ya got it. 

Notes

I originally made this in the belgian waffle maker the first time I tried it. However, I highly recommend using the mini Dash waffle maker instead, especially if you plan to use these for sandwiches. Otherwise, if you're making a large waffle, I'd simply add the potatoes, turkey and cranberry sauce on top, and then eat everything with a fork. 

So how about you? What’s your favorite way to use leftovers? What other creative ways have you used your waffle iron? Leave me a note in the comments!

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