Hoppy Easter everyone! Easter is coming up later this month (April 20th to be exact) and if you are hosting an Easter brunch, lunch, or dinner you will want to have dishes for every “bunny” on your menu. If you are looking for some springtime inspiration, check out these eight appetizing Easter recipes for your Easter table.
Baked Asparagus
Asparagus is a great addition to any meal, but especially Easter since it is a springtime vegetable. It can be enjoyed grilled or roasted. When roasting asparagus, simply rinse the asparagus spears in cool water then remove the white parts from the bottom of the stalks. Drizzle with a quality oil like avocado oil and roast in the oven at 350 degrees for 20-ish minutes then enjoy as a side dish with your favorite dinner recipe. Purple asparagus and white asparagus are also both readily available during the springtime season if you want to add some springtime color to your Easter table.
Carrot Cake
Easter bunnies are not the only ones that like carrots, which is why a homemade carrot cake is a staple at any Easter table. Made with shredded carrots, this super soft cake can also be made with dried fruits and nuts for an added touch of sweetness and crunch. Serve up a slice with a hot mug of coffee or tea to complete this delicious Easter dessert.
Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes or Potatoes au Gratin
A savory scrumptious side dish for Easter is a big batch of cheesy scalloped potatoes or potatoes au gratin. Cheesy potatoes are simply scalloped potatoes in a mouthwatering cheesy sauce, while potatoes au gratin are a classic French dish where thinly sliced potatoes are layered in a baking dish with butter, cheese, cream, and sometimes herbs. The dish is then baked until the potatoes are tender and the top is cheesy and golden brown. Basically, it is a creamy potato casserole with a rich cheese sauce. No matter what dish you choose, your guests will want seconds of both.
Deviled Eggs
If you dye eggs for Easter to use as an Easter display then put them to good use. You can make deviled eggs from dyed Easter eggs as long as the dye is food-safe and the eggs are properly cooked and handled. If you need an easy recipe to follow, check out this recipe for Easter Deviled Eggs from All Recipes.
Honey Baked Ham
Honey-baked ham is probably the number one dish served up at Easter time. It is hearty yet savory and sweet, especially if it includes a brown sugar, honey, or maple syrup glaze. Whether you make them into silver dollar sandwiches or enjoy a few slices with a spoonful of cheesy potatoes, a honey-baked ham is the quintessential Easter recipe. Check out this 20-pound ham perfect for feeding the Easter brunch masses or go with something smaller like these mini sugar-free hams, which go great for handcrafted sandwiches.
Hot Cross Buns
This Easter, skip the bread basket and go with an Easter classic – hot cross buns. As described by Food & Wine, “These cozy yeast-raised buns are a classic for Easter — rich with spices and orange zest and studded with dried fruit, they make an unforgettable addition to a holiday brunch. They’re equally good for breakfast any day, alongside a cup of coffee or tea.”
Polish Easter Soup
If you come from Polish descent or simply want to try a new cuisine, whip up a batch of this Polish Easter Soup. The author of this recipe writes that this is a traditional Polish Easter Soup called Zurek. It is also referred to as Bialy Barszcz, or “White Borscht.” This hearty soup combines boiled eggs, pork (bacon, ham, or kielbasa sausage), and vegetables in a creamy, slightly sour sauce. Serve with a side of hot cross buns and you really have an Easter dish!
Roasted Lamb
Another classic Easter eat is lamb. Whether you enjoy a leg of lamb, rack of lamb, or roasted lamb, lamb is a delicious dish for any Easter table. Lamb goes great with almost any type of veggie, but maple-glazed carrots and roasted potatoes are a great Easter side dish to accompany lamb. Need some recipe ideas? Check out this Rack of Lamb with Mint Pesto perfect for a mouthful of fresh springtime flavor.
Whether you are hosting Easter brunch, lunch, or dinner, all of these Easter recipes are delicious additions to your Easter table. Bon appetit everyone and happy Easter!
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