Deviled Ham
Feb 15, 2025 09:48 AM
This homemade Deviled Ham is one of my family’s favorite ways to repurpose a holiday ham. Each bite of this rich spread is creamy, a little bit crunchy, and packed with a blend of savory, zesty, and tangy flavors. Customize the recipe to make it as spicy as you want and serve it as an appetizer or snack with crackers or veggies, a sandwich for lunch, or use it to make canapés or crostini for a party.
Deviled Ham is a savory spread made with minced or ground ham, known for its zesty kick. The term “deviled” in cooking dates to the 18th century, referring to foods seasoned with hot or spicy ingredients, such as the filling for Deviled Eggs. The description evokes the “firey” image commonly associated with the devil.
Deviled Ham is flavored with a blend of zesty seasonings, such as mustard, cayenne pepper, and/or hot sauce, distinguishing it from milder ham spreads or salads.
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces cooked ham (such as leftover baked ham or a ham steak; not deli ham), cubed (a scant 2 cups)
- 1/4 cup chopped shallot or sweet onion
- 1/4 cup diced celery (about 1 rib)
- 2 ounces brick-style cream cheese , room temperature
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon grainy mustard
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
Ingredients You'll Add to Taste
- hot sauce (such as Tabasco or Frank's Red Hot, 1/4 to 3 teaspoons)
- light brown sugar (1 to 3 teaspoons)
- fresh lemon juice (1/2 to 3 teaspoons)
- ground cloves (pinch)
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
135 minutes
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