{"id":440788,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:33","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=440788"},"modified":"2026-01-11T06:59:53","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T23:59:53","slug":"christmas-meals-with-ham","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-meals-with-ham\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Simple Christmas Meals Featuring Ham to Delight Your Holiday Table"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The holiday season is all about gathering around the table with loved ones, sharing stories, and enjoying delicious food. Ham, with its savory richness, is a classic centerpiece that never fails to impress. Let\u2019s explore some simple yet mouthwatering meals that will make your Christmas dinner a memorable one!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-meals-with-ham\/#Honey-Glazed_Baked_Ham\" >Honey-Glazed Baked Ham<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-meals-with-ham\/#Ham_and_Cheese_Stuffed_Shells\" >Ham and Cheese Stuffed Shells<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-meals-with-ham\/#Maple_Mustard_Glazed_Ham_Sliders\" >Maple Mustard Glazed Ham Sliders<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Honey-Glazed_Baked_Ham\"><\/span>Honey-Glazed Baked Ham<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/10875216\/pexels-photo-10875216.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Honey-Glazed Baked Ham\" title=\"Honey-Glazed Baked Ham\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Valeria Boltneva on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/pizza-in-close-up-photography-10875216\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Gainsboro\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/honey-brown-sugar-ham-glaze-1760536111.jpg\" alt=\"Honey Brown Sugar Ham Glaze\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/brown-sugar-ham-glaze-recipe-255487\" target=\"_blank\">Honey Brown Sugar Ham Glaze<\/a><\/strong> from The Kitchn<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.6 (31 reviews). Total Time: 3 hr 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:DeepPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/tangy-honey-glazed-ham-1760536111.jpg\" alt=\"Tangy Honey-Glazed Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/24501\/tangy-honey-glazed-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Tangy Honey-Glazed Ham<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (957 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:ForestGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/honey-glazed-ham-recipe-1760536111.jpg\" alt=\"Honey Glazed Ham Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/honey-glazed-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Honey Glazed Ham Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Grandbaby Cakes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (31 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This dish is the epitome of holiday comfort food. Imagine a succulent ham, coated in a sweet and sticky honey glaze, baked to perfection. The caramelization of the glaze creates a delightful crunch that gives way to juicy, tender meat with each slice.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 fully cooked bone-in ham (about 8-10 pounds)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup honey<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup Dijon mustard<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cloves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe stands out because it\u2019s incredibly easy to prepare and requires minimal hands-on time. The honey glaze not only adds a beautiful shine but also infuses the ham with a sweet flavor that pairs wonderfully with savory sides like roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes. Plus, the leftovers make for fantastic sandwiches, ensuring that the deliciousness lasts well beyond the holiday dinner!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/the-best-honey-glazed-ham-how-to-make-honey-baked-1760536123.jpg\" alt=\"The BEST Honey Glazed Ham | How to Make Honey Baked ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=u-LAZO2WbzQ\" target=\"_blank\">The BEST Honey Glazed Ham | How to Make Honey Baked &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/the-best-honey-glazed-ham-super-easy-recipe-1760536123.jpg\" alt=\"The Best Honey Glazed Ham - Super Easy Recipe!\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=NsM7lbk47x4\" target=\"_blank\">The Best Honey Glazed Ham &#8211; Super Easy Recipe!<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/brown-sugar-honey-glazed-ham-recipe-perfect-easter-recipe-1760536123.jpg\" alt=\"Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Ham Recipe | Perfect Easter Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=S-YTSXR9kkw\" target=\"_blank\">Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Ham Recipe | Perfect Easter Recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ham_and_Cheese_Stuffed_Shells\"><\/span>Ham and Cheese Stuffed Shells<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/28442301\/pexels-photo-28442301.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Ham and Cheese Stuffed Shells\" title=\"Ham and Cheese Stuffed Shells\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by khezez  | \u062e\u0632\u0627\u0632 on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/delicious-croissant-sandwich-in-hands-outdoors-28442301\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:IndianRed\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ham-stuffed-shells-conchiglioni-ripieni-di-prosciutto-1760536115.jpg\" alt=\"Ham stuffed shells (Conchiglioni ripieni di prosciutto)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.giallozafferano.com\/recipes\/Ham-stuffed-shells-Conchiglioni-ripieni-di-prosciutto.html\" target=\"_blank\">Ham stuffed shells (Conchiglioni ripieni di prosciutto)<\/a><\/strong> from GialloZafferano Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.6 (70 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:CadetBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mushroom-and-ham-stuffed-shells-1760536115.jpg\" alt=\"Mushroom and Ham Stuffed Shells\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cookingmydreams.com\/mushroom-ham-stuffed-shells\/\" target=\"_blank\">Mushroom and Ham Stuffed Shells<\/a><\/strong> from Cooking My Dreams<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.3 (3 reviews). Total Time: 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PeachPuff\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/stuffed-shells-with-spinach-ham-1760536115.jpg\" alt=\"Stuffed Shells with Spinach &amp; Ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/frannielovesfood.com\/easter-recipes\/stuffed-shells-with-spinach-ham\/\" target=\"_blank\">Stuffed Shells with Spinach &amp; Ham<\/a><\/strong> from Frannie Loves Food &#8211;<\/p>\n<p><small><\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Take your holiday meal to the next level with these delightful stuffed shells. Picture large pasta shells filled with a creamy mixture of ham and cheese, all smothered in a rich tomato sauce. This comforting dish combines Italian flavors with a festive twist that will leave everyone asking for seconds.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>20 jumbo pasta shells<\/li>\n<li>2 cups cooked ham, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 cup ricotta cheese<\/li>\n<li>1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded<\/li>\n<li>1 cup marinara sauce<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon garlic powder<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon Italian seasoning<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe is beloved because it\u2019s a fun and interactive dish for the whole family. Kids will love helping to stuff the shells, making it a great way to involve everyone in the cooking process. The combination of cheesy goodness and hearty ham makes for a satisfying meal that is sure to warm your hearts on chilly Christmas nights!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/the-season-of-comfort-food-is-upon-us-celebrate-with-these-1760536126.jpg\" alt=\"The season of comfort food is upon us! Celebrate with these ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/buzzfeedtasty\/videos\/ham-stuffed-giant-pasta-shells\/680059515888385\/\" target=\"_blank\">The season of comfort food is upon us! Celebrate with these &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(facebook.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ham-mushrooms-stuffed-shells-1760536126.jpg\" alt=\"Ham &amp; Mushrooms Stuffed Shells\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=La_MviQqK_Q\" target=\"_blank\">Ham &amp; Mushrooms Stuffed Shells<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-cheesy-stuffed-shells-with-ground-beef-recipe-1760536126.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Cheesy Stuffed Shells with Ground Beef Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@cookinginthemidwest\/video\/7448292376365239583?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Cheesy Stuffed Shells with Ground Beef Recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(tiktok.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maple_Mustard_Glazed_Ham_Sliders\"><\/span>Maple Mustard Glazed Ham Sliders<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/31651682\/pexels-photo-31651682.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Maple Mustard Glazed Ham Sliders\" title=\"Maple Mustard Glazed Ham Sliders\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Ramaz Bluashvili on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/delicious-charcuterie-platter-with-fresh-ingredients-31651682\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PaleVioletRed\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/baked-ham-and-cheese-sliders-with-maple-mustard-and-horseradish-1760536118.jpg\" alt=\"Baked Ham and Cheese Sliders With Maple, Mustard, and Horseradish\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nowcookthis.com\/baked-ham-and-cheese-sliders-with-maple-mustard-and-horseradish\/\" target=\"_blank\">Baked Ham and Cheese Sliders With Maple, Mustard, and Horseradish<\/a><\/strong> from Now Cook This!<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Salmon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/baked-ham-and-cheese-sliders-with-maple-mustard-and-horseradish-1760536118-1.jpg\" alt=\"Baked Ham and Cheese Sliders With Maple, Mustard, and Horseradish\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cooklist.com\/recipe\/baked-ham-and-cheese-sliders-with-maple-mustard-and-horseradish-2135298\" target=\"_blank\">Baked Ham and Cheese Sliders With Maple, Mustard, and Horseradish<\/a><\/strong> from Cooklist<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:CornflowerBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/maple-mustard-glazed-ham-1760536119.jpg\" alt=\"Maple &amp; mustard glazed ham\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/maple-mustard-glazed-ham\" target=\"_blank\">Maple &amp; mustard glazed ham<\/a><\/strong> from BBC Good Food<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (92 reviews). Total Time: 3 h 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These sliders are a perfect addition to any holiday spread! Imagine tender ham layered between soft, sweet buns, drizzled with a zesty maple mustard sauce that adds the perfect kick. They\u2019re easy to make and even easier to devour, making them a crowd-pleaser for any festive gathering.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>12 slider buns<\/li>\n<li>1 pound sliced ham<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup maple syrup<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup Dijon mustard<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup Swiss cheese, shredded<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons butter, melted<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon poppy seeds (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The beauty of these sliders lies in their simplicity and versatility. You can whip them up in no time and they\u2019re perfect for holiday parties, game days, or even a cozy night in. The sweet and tangy glaze, combined with the melty cheese and tender ham, creates a flavor explosion that will keep everyone coming back for more!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Elevate your holiday gatherings with three delightful ham-centric meals that promise to bring warmth and flavor to your Christmas table.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":446079,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3626],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-440788","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-christmas","tag-holiday-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/440788","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=440788"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/440788\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/446079"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=440788"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=440788"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=440788"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=440788"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}