A delicious way to use Ham Spread
This spread is so well-balanced and delicious. These are the top reasons why we recommend making it:
- easy to use leftover ham, but worth cooking the ham for this recipe alone
- everything is done by your food chopper or blender
- perfect to use in sandwiches, spread over crackers or bread
- a fantastic recipe for breakfast, brunch, snack, or festive appetizer
- gluten-free recipe (choose a gluten-free bread to serve)
Essential ingredients
Ham is the main star of this recipe. Sure, we need a few other ingredients, and you probably already have them in your fridge or pantry. In the next paragraph, read more about the ingredients and possible substitutes. Keep scrolling to the end of the post for the whole recipe.
Ham—Use leftover fully cooked ham or Easter ham, or cook the ham for this recipe (instructions in step one). We are using a local ham from the brand Z'dežele.
Vegetables—In this spread, we use onion and celery stalks, which balance the flavor beautifully and add freshness.
Mustard - adds some character. Use your favorite mustard.
Mayo - apart from the flavor, mayo also adds a lovely layer of creamy texture.
Cream cheese - cream cheese is optional, but we like adding it because it makes the spread creamier and adds a subtle milky flavor.
Storing
Feel free to refrigerate this Ham Spread. Transfer to an airtight container, seal, and keep refrigerated for up to 5 days. Serve cold.
How to make Ham Spread at home (video)
Check this quick video to learn how to make Ham Spread at home.
Next, try these ham recipes
- Maple Glazed Ham
- Ham in Bread
- Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry with Sauerkraut
- Ham and Cheese Sliders with Horseradish
Made in collaboration with Celjske mesnine d.o.o.
METHOD
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cook the ham (if you're not using fully cooked or leftover)
Place a large pot of water on high heat. When it starts to boil, add the ham, cover with a lid, and cook until the ham is cooked, for about 45 - 60 minutes. Transfer the cooked ham to a working surface and cut it into 1 cm or 1/2-inch slices, then into 1 cm or 1/2-inch cubes.
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Ham Spread
Add diced ham, chopped onion, celery, chopped chives, mustard, mayo, and Tabasco to a blender. Mix into a smooth, thick spread. If you prefer to make it even creamier (we do), then add the cream cheese and mix again. Adjust the season with salt and pepper.
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Ham Spread
Transfer the Ham Spread to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chopped chives. Keep the spread in an airtight, sealed container for up to 5 days.
