Leftover Christmas ham

Christmas ham is a much-loved staple in most homes, making it the perfect meat to add to any of these dishes. Here are a few ideas to get you started, otherwise check out our great leftover ham recipes below:

  • Christmas ham is a great addition to a homemade pizza, especially when teamed up with fresh mozzarella, vine ripened tomatoes and a scattering of basil.
  • For the easiest leftover solution, use your ham to make gourmet sandwiches, together with pickles, peppery salad greens and a good mayonnaise.

Leftover Christmas turkey or chicken

Make the most of any cold roast chicken and turkey by adding it to this range of dishes, from sandwiches to stir-fries. Here are a few ideas to get you started, otherwise check out our great leftover chicken and turkey recipes below:

  • Try stuffing the leftover turkey or chicken into croquettes, along with your favourite cheese, chopped fresh herbs and a little lemon zest.
  • Leftover turkey and chicken are delicious in fried rice, as the meat absorbs the flavours of the sauce. Add a few fresh vegies and a sprinkling of fresh coriander to completely re-invent the dish.
  • Roast turkey sandwiches with cranberry sauce is one of the joys of having Christmas leftovers.

What to do with Christmas leftovers

Leftover roast meat

From slow-cooked beef to rosemary studded lamb, no matter what meat you have left over you can find the perfect reinvention recipe with this selection. Here are a few ideas to get you started, otherwise check out our great leftover recipes below:

  • Turn leftover meat into South American empanadas. Cut circles from pre-made pastry and stuff them with a mix of chopped meat, sautéed onions, hard boiled egg and green olives. Seal them up like a pasty, add an egg wash and bake in the oven until brown and crispy.
  • Use your leftover meat to make a spicy filling for tacos. Simply shred the meat and add to a spicy sauce, giving it plenty of time to soak up all the flavours. Serve with warm tortillas, sour cream and a punchy salsa.

Leftover roast vegetables

Cut up your roast vegies and transform them into delicious salads, lasagnes and vegie bakes with this selection of recipes. Here are a few extra ideas to ensure not one vegie goes to waste:

  • Follow the Italian lead and transform your leftover vegies into an egg-filled frittata.
  • Leftover roast pumpkin is ideal in salads, especially when paired up with tangy goats cheese and baby spinach.
  • Make a simple roast vegetable lasagne to turn all your vegies into a delicious and filling meal to serve the next day.

For more ideas, go to our Easy dinner recipes collection.