Easter dinner is a special time to gather with loved ones and enjoy delicious food. In this recipe roundup, we’ve put together inspired menu ideas, covering everything from the main dish to start your meal, appetizers and side dishes, and desserts to finish off with a sweet touch. Whether you’re looking for traditional dishes or something new, we’ve got you covered.
At our house, Easter celebrates our hope in Jesus and the essence of spring renewal. May you be blessed and filled with peace as you gather with those you love most.
Main Dishes and Entrées
Grilled lamb, slow cooker ham, roasted tri-tip, and seafood ideas to wow and please the crowd!
Grilled Lamb Loin Chops
Lamb loin chops grilled until medium-rare and served with Bearnaise sauce.
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Oven Roasted Tri-Tip
Tri-tip roast cooked in the oven to medium-rare with deep savory flavor and a hint of smoky spice.
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Roast Leg of Lamb
Whether you’re a longtime lamb lover or a newbie, this classic roast leg of lamb recipe will delight. Marinate the lamb in a citrus rosemary marinade, sear it on the outside, and slow-roast until tender.
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Slow Cooker Spiral Ham with Honey Mustard Glaze
A slow cooker spiral ham with an amazing honey mustard glaze.
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Grilled Tri-Tip Roast
Tri-tip roast marinated or dry rubbed and grilled over charcoal or propane to medium-rare and juicy.
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Veal Chop Saltimbocca
Savory prosciutto brings out the best in veal resting in a lemony sauce. So good it cannot “jump in the mouth” fast enough!
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Spaghetti Al Farouk
The sauce is rich, spicy, and earthy; the seafood is briny and sweet.
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Appetizers & Light Snacks
Savory, light nibbles to keep the family from complaining while they wait for the main event! (You know what I mean.)
Charcuterie Board Recipe
A step by step guide to building an excellent charcuterie board.
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Savory Whipped Ricotta and Feta Dip
An elegant and satisfying appetizer with creamy cheese, roasted tomatoes, olives, and crunchy pistachios.
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Easy Hummus with Canned Chickpeas and Tahini
Silky-smooth hummus with lemon and garlic topped with olive oil and paprika.
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Creamy Miso-Yogurt Dipping Sauce
A uniquely savory, tangy, dip for veggie trays or dressing salads.
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Pear and Goat Cheese Appetizer
Fresh pear and creamy goat cheese bring a tangy-sweet balance of flavor when garnished with honey and balsamic for a simple, elegant appetizer.
Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Herbed Goat Cheese
Savory herbed cheese stuffed inside sweet dates and wrapped with bacon for a uniquely sweet, savory, smoky appetizer.
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Side Dishes
These side dishes are savor-worthy and complement your main dish beautifully! The sumac-roasted carrots can even be a vegetarian main dish.
Roasted Asparagus 3 Ways
Roasting asparagus takes less than 10 minutes and we show you three ways to add delicious garnishes.
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Savory Sweet Potatoes with Blue Cheese and Crispy Prosciutto
Herb-seasoned sweet potatoes roasted and topped with blue cheese and crispy prosciutto for a slightly sweet, tangy, smoky side dish.
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Green Bean Almondine with Prosciutto
Fresh, tender green beans, seared shallots, crunchy toasted almonds, and irresistibly crisp prosciutto make the best almondine anywhere!
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Chili Crunch Roasted Sweet Potatoes
A savory spicy sweet potato side dish for holiday or weeknight dinners.
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Roasted Vegetable Medley with Rosemary and Thyme
A medley of vegetables and mushrooms oven-roasted with herbs and crushed red pepper for a simple and tasty side dish.
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Green Bean Almondine with Prosciutto
Fresh, tender green beans, seared shallots, crunchy toasted almonds, and irresistibly crisp prosciutto make the best almondine anywhere!
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Broccoli-Cauliflower Gratin
Broccoli and cauliflower cradled in a Brie and cheddar cheese sauce and topped with panko bread crumbs for a creamy-crunchy vegetable side dish.
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Sumac Roasted Carrots
Citrusy sumac and herbaceous za’atar roasted carrots with crunchy toasted pecans and a creamy tahini-yogurt sauce.
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Spinach-Strawberry Salad
A fresh Spinach Strawberry Salad with Maple Candied Walnuts is one of the easiest ways to invite the spring season inside.
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Quinoa Vegetable Pilaf
Sautéed zucchini and red pepper tossed in tender quinoa. A light, complete meal or all-in-one side dish any night of the week.
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Brown Butter & Hazelnut Green Beans
Al dente fresh green beans with toasted hazelnuts in brown butter with flecks of creamy goat cheese.
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Tuscan Roasted Broccoli with Parmesan, Lemon, and Pistachios
Roasted broccoli and garlic tossed with fresh lemon, savory Parmesan, crushed red pepper, and pistachio nuts.
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Skillet Roasted Cauliflower Mash
Skillet roasted cauliflower mashed with parmesan and goat cheese for a delicious and nutritious alternative to mashed potatoes.
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Crunchy Fennel-Apple Slaw
A bright, slightly apple-sweet slaw with earthy notes of celery and fennel.
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Classic Caesar Salad with Homemade Dressing
Classic romaine lettuce dressed with a quick, 2-minute creamy Caesar dressing highlighting savory anchovy, lemon and Parmesan.
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Citrus Salad with Maple Candied Walnuts and Orange-Dijon Dressing
A bright, beautiful salad featuring ruby grapefruit and Cara Cara oranges tossed with kale, sliced fennel, pomegranate, and candied walnuts.
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Vegetable Tian: Classic Gratin Comfort
Alternating rows of sweet potato, zucchini, butternut and tomato under a delicate cheese topping creates a stunning classic gratin.
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Roasted Butternut Squash with Gochujang Yogurt & Pepitas
Butternut squash roasted with warming spice and garnished with gochujang yogurt and toasted pepitas.
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Roasted Garlic Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes cooked in butter and cream and mashed with roasted garlic.
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Caprese Panzanella
A delicious twist on Caprese salad made with stale bread, tomatoes, onions and basil dressed in balsamic vinaigrette.
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Galia Melon Salad
Sweet melon and salty cheese top a bed of salad greens with a garnish of crisp prosciutto and toasted pine nuts.
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Sweet Treats
Fill your dessert table and bless your guests with pies, cakes, ice cream, tarts, crumbles, or delectable cheesecakes.
Creamy Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust
Velvety creamy lemon bars with a tangy lemon filling over a classic shortbread crust.
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Salted Caramel Apple Tart
Buttery crust and perfectly spiced apples topped with a luxurious salted caramel sauce.
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Cream Cheese Fruit Tart with Almond Crust Recipe [GF]
Luscious cream cheese filling spread over an almond crust, topped with fresh fruit and a tangy citrus glaze.
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Grilled Strawberry Semifreddo with Pistachios & Balsamic
Grilling strawberries brings a deep, sweet flavor to this impressive ice cream dessert. All the creaminess of ice cream without hassle of using a machine.
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New York-Style Cheesecake with Blueberry Topping
Rich, creamy cheesecake with a graham cracker crust topped with blueberry sauce. This luxurious cheesecake recipe has a rich, dense texture, perfect for special occasions.
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Key Lime Cheesecake
This silky, citrus-kissed dessert is everything you imagine a Key Lime Cheesecake should be—tangy, dulcet, velvety, and refreshing—perfect for warm summer evenings.
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Easy Fresh Berry Crumble with Orange Cream
Fresh berries under a gluten-free crumble topped with orange cream.
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Strawberry Shortcake Cake
It’s a spin on strawberry shortcake, but the cake is, well, cake—not the biscuit-like disc in the classic strawberry shortcake recipe.
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Lazy Mary’s Lemon Tart [Gluten-Free]
People who taste this smooth, fragrant tart won’t believe that it contains a whole lemon, rind and all.
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Orange Ginger Tea Cake: Gluten & Grain Free
Bits of crystallized ginger are the highlight in almost every bite against a backdrop of fragrant orange and hints of cardamom.
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Ghirardelli Grand Fudge Cake
Rich chocolate cake with chocolate buttercream frosting or pecan caramel frosting.
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Cheesecake Strawberries with Chocolate Accents
Juicy, ripe strawberries dressed in cheesecake, graham cracker and chocolate create a memorable party dessert.
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Coconut Vanilla Bean Sorbet
Creamy, dreamy coconut frozen dessert with hints of vanilla bean.
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Homemade Lemon Ice Cream for True Lemon Lovers
Tangy, creamy, lemony dessert perfect for the most discriminating lemon lover.
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Easter Fun for All Ages
10 Uber-Creative Easter Egg Decorating Ideas for KIDS of ALL Ages
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