# What to Serve With a Holiday Ham

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- Published: 2026-09-14T16:18:43-05:00
- Author: Bert Swope

If you’re wondering what to serve with a holiday ham, you’ve come to the right place.
There are many delicious dishes to choose from when it comes to this southern delicacy.
You could serve scalloped, mashed, or a sweet potato casserole as a side dish. Alternatively,
you could try a savory potato salad that’ll add a little summer to the dish without
feeling too heavy.

## What is a good side dish to eat with ham?

If you’re planning on serving ham for dinner, you’ll want to choose side dishes 
that will complement the ham. Adding a nice side salad or side of potatoes can go
a long way. Vegetables are also a good choice. A simple side dish is mashed potatoes,
which you can make beforehand. Try adding cheddar cheese sauce and caramelized onions
if you wish.

A creamy side dish for holiday ham could include a roasted vegetable. Roasted vegetables
are rich and flavorful, and they go well with ham. Roasting vegetables in chicken
broth can add an extra layer of flavor. You could also try roasted carrots. They
have a creamy texture and are easy to prepare.

Another good side dish is a corn pudding. It tastes wonderful and is very simple
to make. You can make this delicious side dish in just 30 minutes. You can top it
with crispy bacon to add a special touch.

## Ham as the main course

A holiday ham is a popular meal that you can prepare for a large gathering. It can
be served with a variety of sides and a favorite dessert. The perfect holiday ham
is moist and delicious. Spoon pan drippings over the ham after it’s cooked to keep
it juicier.

Ham is a versatile main course and makes great leftovers. It’s also easy to make
in the oven or slow cooker. It goes well with 35 side dishes. Combine it with potatoes,
green beans, rolls, and even quiche. You’ll be amazed at how many different ways
you can serve ham.

The flavor of ham pairs beautifully with a savory side dish like oven-roasted radishes.
For a light and refreshing side dish, try making arugula salad. It’s quick and easy
to make and goes well with the ham.

## 󠀁[A side of Mashed or scalloped Potatoes](https://lifeandwork.blog/classic-parmesan-scalloped-potatoes-a-guide-to-creamy-perfection/)󠁿

Scalloped potatoes are the classic side dish to a ham dinner. They’re an easy side
dish to make the meal feel special. Scalloped potatoes are made from thinly sliced
potatoes, making preparation fast and easy. You can also use a mandoline to slice
the potatoes thinly.

Scalloped potatoes can be boiled or mashed. You can also make them from hash browns.
Both versions work well with ham. If you’re looking for a new twist on this traditional
side dish, consider experimenting with cream and cheese.

Scalloped potatoes have a crisp exterior and fluffy interior, making them the perfect
side dish. This side dish is versatile enough to serve with any dish. It works well
with ham, which pairs best with cheesy biscuits and rich scalloped potatoes.

Scalloped potatoes are a healthy side dish. Scalloped potatoes are loaded with cheese
and garlic flavor. For the best results, use Yukon Gold potatoes. Another traditional
side dish is green bean casserole. This side dish is very easy to prepare, and you
can use canned green beans, mushroom soup, and fried onions.

## 󠀁[A side of Sweet Potato Casserole](https://lifeandwork.blog/cooking-making-a-delicious-sweet-potato-casserole/)󠁿

A side of Sweet Potato Casserole is a traditional Thanksgiving side dish that is
sweet and savory at the same time. It pairs well with baked ham or roasted chicken.
This recipe can be prepared using canned sweet potatoes or fresh ones. It only takes
30 minutes to prepare and bake.

This dish is a delicious addition to any holiday dinner. It’s dairy free, whole30
and paleo-friendly. It’s the perfect side dish. And if you’re on a low-carb diet,
it’s a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth.

A side of Sweet Potato Casserole is a simple side dish that can be prepared up to
24 hours before serving. The ingredients for Sweet Potato Casserole include cooked
sweet potatoes, light brown sugar, eggs, butter, milk, vanilla extract, and ground
cinnamon. Bake the sweet potatoes before adding the other ingredients to make the
dish a little bit easier. Then, spread a pecan topping over the sweet potato mixture.

A side of Sweet Potato Casserole is the perfect accompaniment to a holiday ham. 
The sweet potato combines beautifully with the savory ham. If you’d like to spice
it up, you can add bacon or sauteed green onions to the casserole. If you’re feeling
fancy, you can also add Parmesan cheese or bacon.

## 󠀁[A side of roasted sheet pan root vegetables](https://lifeandwork.blog/cooking-how-to-make-roasted-parsnips-and-carrots/)󠁿

Roasted root vegetables are a simple, nutritious side dish that is perfect for Thanksgiving
and holiday dinners. They are naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and grain-free,
making them a great side dish for most diets. They are also suitable for Whole30,
Paleo, vegan, and vegetarian diets. Try serving them with a holiday ham this season
for a delicious and nutritious meal.

Roasted root vegetables are inexpensive, nutritious, and easy to make. These veggies
become crispy, sweet, and tender as they cook. They are an excellent side dish for
Thanksgiving, Christmas, or family dinners, and are great for parties. Roasted root
vegetables also pair well with meat or poultry, so they’re an easy side dish for
any meal.

A side of roasted sheet pan root vegetables complements a holiday ham perfectly.
These vegetables are best prepared with olive oil, which gives them a subtle flavor
and helps them crisp up in the oven. You can also add garlic to your vegetables.
Roasting your vegetables helps to tame the garlic’s bite.

## 󠀁[A side of green bean casserole](https://lifeandwork.blog/recipe-green-bean-and-leek-casserole/)󠁿

A side of green bean casserole goes wonderfully with holiday ham, and this recipe
is easy to make in advance. Instead of boiling the beans, cook them in a pan with
a little butter. Add sauteed onions and mushrooms to the mixture. Optionally, top
with shredded cheese or cornflakes.

This classic side dish is easy to make and inexpensive. Its creamy sauce and crunchy
fried onions make it a holiday must-have. You can use canned green beans and French-
fried onions to make it even easier. They are usually available in most grocery 
stores around the holiday season.

For the green beans, you can cook them in 8 cups of water. Meanwhile, in a medium
saucepan, melt the butter and add flour. Stir in the broth and half-and-half. Cook
until the mixture is thickened. Cook the sauce on low/simmer. Once the mixture is
thickened, add the ham.

## 󠀁[A side of dinner rolls or cornbread](https://lifeandwork.blog/how-to-dress-up-a-cornbread-box-mix/)󠁿

Served with a holiday ham, a side of dinner rolls or cornbread can complement this
meaty dish perfectly. Both are delicious and easy to prepare. For a delicious twist,
try arugula salad. It’s a unique flavor combination that pairs well with ham. And
because it uses simple ingredients, it can be prepared quickly.

A side of dinner rolls or cornbread is the classic holiday dinner side. You can 
buy them in the store or make them from scratch. Homemade dinner rolls are the best,
but you can also serve them as a sandwich with ham. You can also make them ahead
of time and reheat them in the oven.

If you don’t have time to bake the rolls, consider baking them ahead of time and
freezing them. They are easy to make and don’t require any kneading. You can even
make them the day before and simply refrigerate them overnight.

## One or more classic holiday desserts

For the ultimate holiday feast, serve one or more classic holiday desserts and ham.
This ham is a delicious addition to your holiday celebration, and the leftovers 
can easily be turned into left-over Ham Sandwiches, Poppyseed Ham Rolls, or Savory
Dutch Baby Pancakes. Another great option is to make ham biscuits with brown sugar,
Dijon mustard, and butter.

A bone-in ham is a great option for Christmas dinner. It is easy to cook and can
be finished with a glaze in the last few minutes of cooking. This ham can also be
served with sides such as mashed potatoes or pineapple rings. You can also use leftover
ham to make omelets or strombolis for breakfast the next morning.

Another great option for a holiday ham is to serve split pea soup or ham and bean
soup. This hearty dish, stuffed with vegetables and herbs, will be the perfect cold
weather meal.

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