Our Best Bologna Recipes

Bologna Salad Sandwich Spread II
Photo: MrsFisher0729

A lunchbox staple, bologna can go beyond your basic sandwich for some delicious meals. Chop up bologna for a savory spread, layer it into a hearty casserole casserole, or even pickle it! If you're feeling extra adventurous, or just want to know exactly what's in your food, we also have recipes for homemade bologna. So whether you DIY a batch, or pick up a package at the store, here are our top ten ways to use bologna.

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Fried Bologna Casserole

Fried Bologna Casserole
footballgrl16

"My husband gave me a sneer when I told him what was in it. Then he ate and was telling his friends about it for the next week," says user MEJANE2. "It's a keeper!"

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Bologna Salad Sandwich Spread I

Bologna Salad Sandwich Spread I
Molly

You just need four ingredients to make this flavorful spread. Put it into sandwiches, stuff into wraps, or serve as-is with a side of crackers.

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Pickled Bologna

Pickled Bologna
Soup Loving Nicole

Pickles and bologna were made to go together, so why not skip the pairing and pickle the bologna itself?

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Olivie (Russian Potato Salad)

Olivie (Russian Potato Salad)
rachel castrovinci

This Eastern European spin on potato salad features bologna, peas, and carrots.

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Real Homemade Bologna

Real Homemade Bologna
tacomadanno

Ground beef is the base for this homemade lunch meat. A dash of liquid smoke, garlic powder, and onion powder add an extra depth of flavor.

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Kevin's Toasted Honey Wheat Berry Bologna and Egg Sandwich

Kevin's Toasted Honey Wheat Berry Bologna and Egg Sandwich
AlabamaAng

This recipe goes way beyond your standard bologna sandwich. Perfect for breakfast or lunch, the sandwich also features a fried egg, cheese, and veggies.

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German Wurst Salad

German Wurst Salad
Erin Krause

Who said salads need lettuce? This meat-based version relies on bologna, pickles, and onions for bold flavor.

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Bologna Salad Sandwich Spread II

Bologna Salad Sandwich Spread II
MrsFisher0729

"If you're lucky enough to have a German butcher store in your area, I'd suggest going for the couple of extra bucks instead of using bologna from the grocery store," says user LINDA MCLEAN. "Haven't had this in years and I must say, it brought back a lot of memories."

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Deer Bologna

Deer Bologna
Scott Gregg

If you're looking for a delicious way to use up venison, then this bologna recipe is here to help. Use it just like you would store-bought.

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Frosted Sandwich Loaf

Frosted Sandwich Loaf
Shandorah

Make a sharable sandwich that's impressive for events. "I made this for a baby shower and it was a HUGE hit," says reviewer campagnes.

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Dad's Working Man's Macaroni Salad

Dad's Working Man's Macaroni Salad in a white bowl
Molly

Change macaroni salad from a side dish into a full meal. "Beef bologna and American cheese make a heavier macaroni salad for a man's perspective," says shiva. "Good, and always gets snarfed up wherever I take it."

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Moogie's Cashoop Stew

Moogie's Cashoop Stew in a white bowl
Scott Kuehl

You only need five ingredients to make this stick-to-your-ribs stew. Ring bologna, potatoes, and onions all simmer together in a tomato broth.

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Air-Fried Bologna Sandwich

Air-Fried Bologna Sandwich on a white plate
Soup Loving Nicole

The fried bologna sandwich is a classic, but the air fryer makes it easier than ever to get perfectly crispy edges. Layer it up on white sandwich bread with some mustard, cheese, and veggies, and you've got yourself a meal.

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Sandwich Spread

Sandwich Spread in a glass bowl
marsha

Bologna, mayo, and dill pickle relish are the trio behind this tangy spread. "I remember my parents grinding the bologna in an old fashion meat grinder," says Regina. "They spread it on white bread and cut the sandwiches into triangles."

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