We always have leftover ham after Easter ... until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted, about 2 minutes per side (you can also do this in a panini press). Slice the sandwiches in half ...

If you could only make one dish, it arguably should be this amazingly gooey croque monsieur (that's a toasted ham and cheese sandwich). This easy white sauce will elevate the ham and cheese ...

The Ben at Waveriders is an everything bagel with bacon, ham, egg and pepper jack cheese panini pressed with a little house-made peppercorn mayo. Photo courtesy of Waveriders Coffee, Deli & Market.