25 Best Thanksgiving Ham Recipes That Rival the Turkey
This roast deserves some spotlight, too!
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The best way to serve up a Thanksgiving feast to a crowd is with lots of options! And we're not just talking about an assortment of Thanksgiving sides. You can also add variety to your Thanksgiving main courses, too. Don't get us wrong, you can still serve turkey, but this year you can also give the Thanksgiving ham its time to shine. If you ask Ree Drummond, she'd say that ham is "exceedingly delicious," but it's also extremely easy to prepare. Whether you opt for a big ham roast or Ree's scalloped potatoes with chunks of ham, this list will prove that ham does deserve a spot on the Thanksgiving table.
First things first, you'll want to know how to cook a ham. Don't worry, we have plenty of super simple ham recipes to show you the way. There are even some ideas for slow cooker recipes and air fryer hams that won't take up precious oven space. Looking for something that might rival the turkey itself? Try Ree Drummond's root beer glazed ham or the smoked ham with brown sugar glaze. There are even seasonal options using cranberry sauce, apples, and pecans. From there, pick out your favorite side dishes for ham—anything from mashed potatoes to Brussels sprouts will do the trick. And if you have leftover ham, just think how tasty it will be to have ham and turkey sandwiches the next day!
Ham Casserole
This comforting casserole is packed with rice, veggies, cheese, and (of course) ham! Everything about it is delicious, but especially that buttery cracker topping.
Get the Ham Casserole recipe.
Ree's Glazed Ham
Glazing your ham might not be a requirement but it's definitely worth it! The Pioneer Woman uses brown sugar, spicy mustard, and soda to get a glossy, tasty glaze.
Get Ree's Glazed Ham recipe.
Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
This is one of the Drummond kids' favorite dishes and for good reason! It's creamy, cheesy, hearty, and perfectly smoky from chunks of ham.
Get Ree’s Scalloped Potatoes and Ham recipe.
Pasta with Ham, Leeks, and Spinach
This savory pasta has a subtle oniony flavor from the leeks and a salty, smoky flavor from the ham. Plus, it's ready in just 30 minutes!
Get Ree's Pasta with Ham, Leeks, and Spinach recipe.
Root Beer Glazed Ham
Is there anything a can of root beer can't do?! It's not just Ladd's favorite drink, but it's also the key to making this beautiful glazed ham.
Get Ree's Root Beer Glazed Ham recipe.
Honey-Mustard Glazed Ham
Jazz up a fully cooked ham with Dijon mustard, honey, and cloves for the easiest Thanksgiving dish. Serve it whole or sliced on a platter with your favorite sides.
Get Ree's Honey-Mustard Glazed Ham recipe.
Slow Cooker Ham
Give your turkey and side dishes space in the oven by cooking your ham in the slow cooker instead. It's a miraculous appliance that keeps the ham super moist.
Get Ree's Slow Cooker Ham recipe.
Honey-Glazed Ham with Checkerboard Rolls
Instead of your typical big hunk of ham, this glazed ham is sliced and served with an assortment of spreads, cheese slices, and rolls for a DIY slider board that's great for Friendsgiving.
Baked Ham
Starting with a spiral ham makes it easy to infuse the meat with flavor. Layer the ham with thin slices of apples, peaches, or canned pineapple to make it extra sweet and juicy.
Get the Baked Ham recipe.
Cranberry Brie Ham Sliders
Whether it's for Thanksgiving lunch or a holiday potluck, these seasonal sliders are easy to throw together. The sweet slider rolls are perfect with the cranberry sauce and melted brie.
Bourbon Glazed Ham
Bourbon, brown sugar, and orange juice give this ham it's unmistakable flavor. If you want to get even more citrusy and just a little bit fancy, add some orange slices around the top.
Sheet Pan Holiday Dinner
All you need are 2 sheet pans and 45 minutes to make this complete Thanksgiving dinner. It even has those mini marshmallows you know and love.
Roast Ham with Spiced Honey Glaze
This holiday ham uses both a dry rub and a glaze to get double the flavor. It's packed with seasonal spices like cinnamon and cloves; plus, sweet honey is brushed over the top.
Get the Roast Ham with Spiced Honey Glaze recipe at Tara Teaspoon.
Oven-Roasted Cranberry-Dijon Glazed Ham
Fresh tangy cranberries give this ham a festive holiday flavor. Be sure to score the ham with a sharp knife so all that delicious sauce seeps into the meat.
Get the Oven-Roasted Cranberry-Dijon Glazed Ham recipe at The Food Charlatan.
Apple Spiced Ham with Baked Apples
This apple-spiced ham is both a main course and side thanks to the baked apples and onions that are served alongside it. It's great for knocking out two dishes at once.
Get the Apple Spiced Ham with Baked Apples recipe at We Are Not Martha.
Pineapple Glazed Ham Slices
Easy to make, easy to serve, and ready in just under 45 minutes—this classic ham is great for entertaining. Plus, it's all done on a sheet pan for a quick clean-up!
Get the Pineapple Glazed Ham Slices recipe at Ahead of Thyme.
Brown Sugar Baked Ham
This sweet and tender shredded ham is fall-off-the-bone good. The rustic presentation just makes it easier for serving leftovers on ham sliders.
Pomegranate Maple Glazed Ham
Pomegranate juice adds a nice tartness to the glaze on this holiday ham. To make it extra special, garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds too.
Get the Pomegranate Maple Glazed Ham recipe at Joyful Healthy Eats.
Pineapple Honey Glazed Ham
This show-stopping ham covered with pineapple slices and cherries will make you forget all about the turkey. It's so beautiful, you'll want to make it again for Christmas.
Get the Pineapple Honey Glazed Ham recipe at Immaculate Bites.
Orange-Bourbon and Pecan Glazed Ham
Give your ham some texture and crunch with this golden pecan crust. It's sweet, salty, and spicy in every bite.
Get the Orange-Bourbon and Pecan Glazed Ham recipe at Kitchen Konfidence.
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