Best 7 Country Ham Spread Recipes

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In the realm of Southern cuisine, country ham spread reigns supreme as a delightful culinary creation. This delectable spread is crafted from country ham, a dry-cured delicacy renowned for its distinct flavor profile. Originating from the heart of the American South, country ham spread has become a beloved staple, gracing tables at family gatherings, potlucks, and holiday celebrations. Its versatility shines through as it seamlessly complements an array of dishes, from sandwiches and crackers to vegetables and deviled eggs. With a rich history and a taste that captivates, country ham spread continues to be a cherished Southern tradition.

**Recipes Included:**
- Classic Country Ham Spread: Embark on a culinary journey with this foundational recipe, showcasing the essence of country ham spread. Simple yet flavorful, it captures the true spirit of this Southern delicacy.

- Sweet and Spicy Country Ham Spread: Ignite your taste buds with this rendition of country ham spread, where a touch of sweetness harmonizes with a hint of spice. Perfect for those who crave a more dynamic flavor experience.

- Herb and Cheese Country Ham Spread: Elevate your spread with an infusion of aromatic herbs and a blend of melty cheeses. This recipe adds a layer of complexity and richness, sure to impress your guests.

- Country Ham Spread with Roasted Red Peppers: Discover a vibrant twist on the classic with the addition of roasted red peppers. Their smoky sweetness adds a delightful dimension, creating a spread that is both visually appealing and bursting with flavor.

- Country Ham Spread with Pimento Cheese: Indulge in a Southern comfort food mashup as country ham spread meets pimento cheese. This combination of two iconic Southern delicacies results in a spread that is irresistibly creamy, tangy, and utterly satisfying.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BLUEGRASS BURGERS WITH SWEET ROASTED CORN CHOW-CHOW AND COUNTRY HAM SPREAD



Bluegrass Burgers with Sweet Roasted Corn Chow-Chow and Country Ham Spread image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 28

3 ears yellow corn, shucked
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup sorghum
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons celery seeds
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 red onion, minced
1 stalk celery, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup diced country ham
3/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup green onions, sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon hot sauce
2 pounds ground chuck
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons garlic salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for brushing on grill rack
6 good-quality hamburger buns
6 tablespoons salted butter, softened
12 Bibb lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Prepare a medium-hot fire in a charcoal grill or preheat a gas grill to medium-high heat.
  • To make roasted corn chow-chow, rub the shucked ears of corn with olive oil. Put on the grill and cook, turning often, until the corn is slightly charred and still crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat to a cutting board and cool. Meanwhile, combine the vinegar, water, sorghum, sugar, dry mustard, celery seed, and turmeric in a medium saucepan and set the pan on the grill. Bring to a simmer to dissolve sugar.
  • Cut the kernels off the corn ears and add to a bowl with the diced green bell pepper, red bell pepper, red onion, and celery. Pour the vinegar and spice mixture over the vegetables, and season with salt. Set aside to pickle.
  • To make country ham salad, combine the ham, cream cheese, green onions, salt, pepper, and hot sauce in a bowl and stir with a wooden spoon to combine. Alternatively, all the ingredients can be put into the bowl of a standing electric mixer and gently combined using the paddle attachment.
  • To make patties, combine the ground chuck, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, and pepper in a bowl. Divide mixture into 6 portions and gently form into patties. Brush the grill rack with vegetable oil. Arrange the patties on the grill and cook, turning once, approximately 5 to 7 minutes per side for medium, or until desired doneness.
  • Spread the cut side of each bun half with 1/2 tablespoon butter and grill 1 to 2 minutes, until golden brown.
  • To assemble, spread the bottom half of each bun with a generous helping of ham salad. Top each with 2 Bibb lettuce leaves and a burger. Using a slotted spoon, drain a scoop of chow-chow and put on top of the patties. Cover with the bun tops and enjoy!

HAM SPREAD



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This recipe uses leftover ham with onion and dill pickle relish for a delicious sandwich spread or dip for crackers. You can substitute 10 green olives with pimentos for the dill pickle relish.

Provided by Pat Schwarz

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound cooked ham
⅓ cup chopped onions
2 teaspoons dill pickle relish
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
¼ cup creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)

Steps:

  • Cut up ham to put into food processor, grind on pulse until very coarse. Add the onion and dill pickle relish close to the end of this stage. Put into mixing bowl and add mustard and creamy salad dressing; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 34.3 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 809.6 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

CHEESY COUNTRY HAM DIP



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

One 10-ounce package sliced country ham, such as Smithfield
Two 8-ounce blocks cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 large shallot, grated (about 1/3 cup)
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Butter crackers, corn tortilla chips (not too thin) and sliced celery, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the ham slices on a microwave-safe dish lined with paper towels. Cover the ham with a damp paper towel and microwave on low heat until the ham is slightly crisp on the edges and the fat is absorbed in the paper towels, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Remove the ham from the microwave and discard the paper towels. Using two forks, shred the ham into small bite-size pieces. Place the ham into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the cream cheese, Cheddar, sour cream, garlic powder, shallot and 1 teaspoon black pepper to the mixing bowl and stir to combine. Spread the ham and cheese mixture into a 9-inch pie plate. Set aside.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the pecans, butter and Worcestershire sauce. Sprinkle the seasoned pecans over the ham and cheese dip.
  • Bake the dip until hot and bubbly around the edges, 25 to 30 minutes. Serve warm with butter crackers, corn tortilla and celery.

COUNTRY HAM SANDWICHES



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"This yummy sandwich is perfect for lunches or a quick weeknight dinner when there's no time for a big meal," says Jennifer Parham from Browns Summit, North Carolina. Smoked cheddar and a creamy garlic-infused spread lend special appeal to this easy hand-held. -Jennifer Parham, Browns Summit, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
4 slices whole wheat bread
2 ounces smoked cheddar cheese, sliced
4 slices tomato
4 ounces thinly sliced deli ham
2 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream and garlic powder. Spread over two slices of bread. Layer each with cheese, tomato, ham and lettuce. Top with remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538 calories, Fat 30g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 1323mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

COUNTRY HAM SPREAD



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This can be served with wheat crackers as an appetizer or snack, or used as a spread for ham-salad sandwiches. It is a great way to use up leftover ham. Finely diced onions would be a nice addition, too.

Provided by Ms B.

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups ground ham
3 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard

Steps:

  • Place ham, cream cheese, pecans and mustard in the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth.
  • Or, stir all ingredients in a large bowl until well combined.
  • Best if allowed to sit for a few hours for flavors to blend.

HAM SALAD SPREAD



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My family has enjoyed this hearty ham salad recipe for years. It came to be an unexpected leftover every time we had ham for a special dinner. Recently, I decided to measure the ingredients, write down the recipe and pass it on to my daughter and daughter-in-law. They encouraged me to share it with Reminisce readers. -Marcella Kulp, Quakertown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups ground fully cooked ham
1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
2 teaspoons finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Combine mayonnaise and mustard; add to ham mixture and mix well. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HAM SALAD SPREAD



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Whip up a quick and easy ham salad spread with hard-cooked eggs, mayonnaise, and pickle relish. Serve with assorted crackers.

Provided by smile_u_nut

Categories     Salad     Beef and Pork Salad Recipes     Ham Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups ground fully cooked ham
2 hard cooked eggs, chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
4 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoons finely chopped onion
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard

Steps:

  • Mix ham, eggs, celery, pickle relish, and onion together in a bowl. Combine mayonnaise and mustard together in a separate bowl; pour over ham mixture. Stir to coat. Refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 56.9 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 578.7 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

Tips:

  • When selecting a country ham, look for one that is fully cured and has a deep, rich flavor.
  • To make the spread, start by finely chopping the ham. You can do this by hand or by using a food processor.
  • Once the ham is chopped, combine it with the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and grated onion.
  • Season the spread to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Chill the spread for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Serve the spread on crackers, bread, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Country ham spread is a delicious and versatile appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you are serving it at a party or enjoying it as a snack, country ham spread is sure to be a hit.

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