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This melty, cheesy dip is loaded with ham and caramelized onions for a snack that you don’t want to miss!
We’ve talked before about how I just really do not think that ham is a twice a year affair.
All of you people with your Easter hams and Christmas hams are just wrong. I love you, but you’re wrong.
Ham is glorious and it should be eaten whenever one is in the mood! They’re so easy, too. I mean, unwrap, pop it in the oven, and you’re going to have a crazy delicious dinner! So, that’s my PSA of the day. Eat mo’ ham.
Of course, this time of year, you probably have leftover ham hanging around. Which means that maaaaaybe you’re looking for a way to use it up?
Personally, I eat most of my leftover ham straight from the fridge. A cold slice of ham makes a pretty fabulous snack, am I right? But, fine, whatever! Let me show you a ridiculous way to put that leftover ham to use. It involves copious amounts of cheese and sauteed onions, so you know it’s going to be a winner!
Dip is my favorite food group, and it’s perfect for holiday weekends! You’ve got family in from out of town, they’re feeling munchy, and you have a bunch of leftover ham. Make this dip! It will knock their cheese-lovin’ socks off! I mean, who doesn’t love a good hot ham and cheese sandwich? This is that, but better!
You can omit the onions if they aren’t your thing, but I love them on my hot ham and cheese sandwiches, so I worked them into this dip. Hope y’all enjoy!
Hot Ham and Cheese Dip
Ingredients
- 1/2 onion finely diced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1-1/2 cups diced ham
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Provolone cheese
- 2 teaspoons chives
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onions and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and golden.
- Add the cream cheese to the skillet and stir until very soft and beginning to melt.
- Add the remaining ingredients and, with the heat still on low, continue stirring until everything is well combined.
- Pour into an 8x8 baking dish (or leave in your skillet if it's oven proof) and bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese has fully melted.
- Serve with crackers, chips, or small slices of bread.
Nutrition Information:
More ham recipes, from me to you!
Stovetop Cheesy Broccoli Rice with Ham
Ham and Cheese Pinwheels (this recipe calls for deli sliced ham, but you can finely dice it or just slice it as thin as possible!)
Breakfast Panini (replace the bacon with ham!)
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
I’ll eat ham every day if it’s in the form of this gloriously cheesy dip. So. Much. Cheese. Love!
sk88 says
it is very tasty. yummy yummy one
sk88 says
i love this
Gloria // Simply Gloria says
Karly, we are ham lovers in my house. Loving this creative recipe with ham! We actually keep the fridge stocked with fresh slice ham (I do it myself) pretty much every day. I have a house full of boys and they always need to make something with ham… and they would dig this!
Layla @ Brunch Time Baker says
Ahh your killing me! How can anyone look at that cheese and not want to dig right in? this dip looks amazing!
Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron says
Okay between yours and Lindsay’s/Pinch of Yum’s post I am SOLD! Buying this ham and making this dip with the leftovers! What a great recipe Karly! 🙂
amanda @ fake ginger says
My husband is so with you on the ham. He likes to cook one on the weekends so he has plenty for sandwiches or whatnot during the week. He would LOVE this dip!
Norma | Allspice and Nutmeg says
Cold ham right out of the fridge, the best. This dip, amazing.
cheri says
What a great dip, this could easily become our new household favorite.
Todd says
Looks Like found another favorite dip!
Kevin @ Closet Cooking says
I want to dive into this dip!
Josie says
My favorite part of a ham is the leftovers – I love all the ways you can incorporate it into more meals/snacks. And mmmm that dip looks so perfect right now. Cheesy, gooey, perfection. WANT.
Laura @ Raise Your Garden says
HI!
This dish looks mouth watering! Simply delish.
And your intro just cracked me up =)
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Erin | The Law Student's Wife says
Totally on board the cold ham straight outta the fridge routine. It’s my Easter Monday tradition, LOL. New tradition: this dip. Chips not necessary, just pass me the skillet. I’ll handle it.