Got a fridge full of Easter leftovers? Don’t sweat it. Here’s the scoop on turning that leftover lamb, holiday ham and pile of eggs into meals that’ll make you forget they’re round two. These no-fuss recipes are ones you’ll actually look forward to eating all week.
BBQ Hawaiian Pizza
Revamp post-Easter ham into a delightful BBQ Hawaiian pizza. The mix of pineapple, ham, BBQ sauce, and mozzarella creates a fun and easy dinner option.
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Spring Lamb Nachos
Turn your leftover Easter lamb into an exciting dish with spring lamb nachos. Layered with fresh spring veggies and crumbled feta, it’s a bright, tasty way to repurpose lamb into a casual, shareable meal.
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Mini Ham and Cheese Breakfast Pies
Give your Easter ham another chance to shine with these mini breakfast pies. Combining ham with cheese and spinach, these pies are perfect for a quick breakfast or a casual dinner, easily using up leftovers in a tasty way.
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Spicy Skillet Lamb Ragu
Use up your Easter lamb in this spicy skillet lamb ragu, a lively dish that combines the richness of lamb with the heat of harissa paste and the heartiness of pasta. It’s a warming, flavorful way to enjoy leftovers. Simply swap out the ground lamb for leftover lamb roast.
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Grilled Hawaiian Chicken
This recipe offers a fresh take on Easter ham by incorporating it into grilled Hawaiian chicken, along with pineapple and smoked cheese, for a meal that’s sure to impress.
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Lamb Tacos
These lamb tacos are a fantastic way to give Easter lamb leftovers a new life. Served with a variety of toppings, they provide a delightful twist on traditional post-holiday meals, without the need for soft tortillas.
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Roasted Sweet Potato Apple Ham Sandwich
This sandwich breathes new life into leftover Easter ham, pairing it with roasted sweet potato and apple for a unique meal. The combination of hot, cheesy, and sweet flavors makes for a refreshing change from usual ham dishes.
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Chopped Ham Salad
Transform Easter ham into a vibrant salad with crisp veggies and a tangy Dijon dressing. This dish is a great pick for a light and fresh meal, utilizing leftovers creatively.
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Savory Canadian Bacon Pancakes
Repurpose your ham into these savory pancakes, enhanced with shallots, herbs, and a fresh salad. Ideal for a brunch that keeps things interesting, it’s a novel use of Easter leftovers.
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Easy Breakfast Quesadilla
This breakfast quesadilla turns Easter ham into a protein-packed start to your day. Filled with cheese, eggs, and ham, it’s a fantastic way to ensure your leftovers don’t go to waste.
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Creamy Dijon Egg Salad
Transform those leftover Easter eggs into a creamy dijon egg salad. Mixed with Greek yogurt for a lighter touch and enhanced with green olives and red cabbage, this egg salad is a fresh take on a classic, perfect for sandwiches or as a salad topping.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
