Leftover ham is a gift from the pork gods. Shred it into scrambled eggs. Dice it into mac and cheese. Freeze slices for emergency sandwiches. Do not throw away the bone—that’s future split pea soup or bean stew gold.
And if you burn the ham? Congratulations, you’ve made “candied ham.” Serve it with a smile and say it’s a Southern specialty. No one will know.
Now go forth, you magnificent kitchen goofball. Your precooked smoked ham awaits its second chance at glory.