81 ham cheese recipes

A thick, hearty steakhouse potato soup loaded with ham, carrots, celery, and sharp cheddar cheese spread. Chunky, warming, and big enough to feed 10 hungry people on a cold night.

Schinkennudeln is a Swabian ham and noodle casserole layered with sour cream, Swiss cheese, and bread crumbs, baked until golden. A hearty German comfort dish that's perfect for leftover noodles.

Paupiettes de bananes: whole bananas wrapped in ham, baked in cream with Parmesan and paprika until golden. A surprising French appetizer ready in 30 minutes.

Try something different for dinner with this scrumptious dish made with ground ham and tomato soup.

A rich, custard-filled quiche with melted brie, browned ham, green onions, Parmesan, and a touch of nutmeg in a flaky pre-baked crust. French bistro brunch at home.

Calzoni di ricotta are Italian fried half-moon turnovers stuffed with creamy ricotta, diced ham, and provolone, sealed in a lemon-kissed dough and fried golden. A crisp shell, molten cheese center, perfect antipasto or quick lunch.

Ham and potato skillet with green beans, celery, and thyme simmered in one pan and topped with Parmesan. A low-calorie, no-fuss dinner using leftover ham in about an hour.

Ham and potato casserole with a homemade cream sauce, diced ham, sliced potatoes, and cheddar cheese on top. A comforting one-dish dinner baked in 45 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.

Quick asparagus or spinach lasagne with ham, mozzarella, and a garlic-thyme white sauce, finished in the microwave. A versatile weeknight pasta bake ready in 35 minutes.

White asparagus lasagne layered with ham, mozzarella, and a garlic-thyme cream sauce. A quick microwave-friendly Italian-inspired bake that's on the table in 45 minutes.

Granny's ham and potato gratin for a crowd layers parboiled potatoes, diced ham, and Swiss cheese with a mustard-garlic bechamel. Feeds 24, bakes in under an hour, and can be assembled a day ahead.

Hearty Italian bean soup with white kidney beans, ham, zucchini, spinach, and stewed tomatoes in chicken broth. Mashed beans thicken the broth for a creamy, rustic texture.

If you're too busy to make dinner, then try this simple crockpot recipe that will have a succulent dish ready just in time for supper!

Ham and pea spoonbread with sharp cheddar, cornmeal porridge base, and whipped egg whites for a souffle-like puff. A savory Southern side that doubles as a light main dish.

Farmer's breakfast skillet with sliced potatoes, diced ham, green peppers, and eggs topped with melted cheddar. A hearty one-pan breakfast cooked low and slow, then cut into wedges.

Loaded quiche with tender asparagus, sweet corn, savory ham, and melted cheddar in a flaky pie crust. Includes both oven and microwave methods for easy weeknight dinners.