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The celebration of Easter has many traditions, from reflective to delicious. Nothing brings a family together quite like a traditional meal, steeped in personal history and a shared celebration with your friends and community.
The meat is the centerpiece of the Easter meal. We carry roasts, a variety of cuts of lamb, and brisket for those celebrating Passover! We also have a variety of boneless and bone-in hams, fully-cooked and available for order on our Order Guide, ready to be heated using our Ham Cooking Guide. We have delicious homemade glazes and sides, but we understand the pleasure of cooking your meal from scratch at home.
Start your celebration with these delicious Easter recipes:
Brilliant and surprisingly simple to make, Food & Wine‘s recipe for this garlic rack of lamb has only five ingredients. Season the lamb with salt and pepper, then run finely chopped garlic, rosemary, and olive oil all over the meat. Roast in the upper third of the oven for a combined time of 25 minutes, turning over once. Let it rest! Those juices will continue to cook the meat once removed.
Slow-roasting is a term that instantly brings to mind tender, juicy, well-cooked meat that falls apart with a fork. Serious Eats promises enhanced tenderness, with a crisp brown crust in their recipe for boneless leg of lamb. The anchovies, while a surprising ingredient, bring out the meatiness of the lamb without an overwhelming fishy flavor.
Lamb and mint are a perfect pairing. This classic combination has the added benefit of cleansing your palate. Jamie Oliver brings something new to the pairing, with a fresh mint leaf and olive oil mixture brushed delicately over the leg of lamb. This refreshing and light dish is a culinary work of art that is as beautiful as it is tasty. Place the meat atop the fresh fennel, carrots, and asparagus to serve.
Brown sugar and maple boil together to form a sweet glaze that’s perfect for this delightful baked ham from The Spruce. First pick up your fully cook ham, then score the fat of the ham in a diamond pattern and stud with cloves (if desired). Consult our guide for heating the ham, while combining the glaze ingredients in a medium saucepan. Spoon half the glaze over the ham about 20 minutes before it’s done baking, and then again 10 minutes before removing. Wait to carve for at least 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
A good glaze really sets a ham apart. Carl’s Bad Craving guarantees this apple cider maple glaze takes your bone-in juicy ham to a whole new flavor level. Sweet with a slight tang, the glaze features cider, pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard, vinegar, and mixed spices. Thicken with cornstarch and slather a third of it all over the ham, including in-between slices. Glaze once during baking and then again before letting it rest in loose foil.
Beautifully caramelized, this truly impressive baked ham recipe from Roti N Rice takes only 10 minutes of prep time. Bring pineapple juice, brown sugar, cinnamon stick, and cloves to a boil and then simmer to create a thick and syrupy glaze. Brush on the ham and into the folds of the cut slices. The oven does the heavy lifting, caramelizing the meat in just two hours.
Easter wouldn’t be the same without the complementary celebratory breads. Pane di Pasqua (Italian Easter breads) is braided with a dyed eye nested in the middle. Vibrant, slightly sweet, rich and soft, this recipe from a trEATs affair will brighten your table and delight your family and guests. The other heavenly tradition is Hot Cross Buns, a bread that serves as a visual and edible reminder of the religious story of Easter. Lightly spiced with cinnamon and studded with raisins, this simple to follow recipe from Natasha’s Kitchen will please your holiday sweet tooth.
Country Living adds gorgeous color to your plate with their sweet and nutty carrot side. First toss with oil and coriander, then season the carrots with salt and pepper. After baking, finish by tossing the golden brown veggie in maple syrup, lime zest, and juice.
What’s the cheesy key to these golden dish from Rachael Ray? Goat cheese! While most gratin dishes only contain potatoes, this recipe combines leeks, golden beets, and Yukon gold potatoes in one unforgettable side.
The term “new classic” may seem at odds, but this side dish has become a staple of my family holidays since the recipe was first published in 1955. kitchn recommends using frozen beans in the side as they have their peak-season flavor preserved. And they require no additional cooking. Quick tip: you can make this dish three days ahead! Just remove from fridge, top with fried onions, and bake.
Do you like your sweet potatoes more savory? Then this is the dish for you! Cooking Light‘s nutty potatoes feature a small drizzle of honey that enhances the flavors, while tahini contributes to the creaminess of the dish. You can mash by hand, or use a food processor to achieve an incredibly smooth texture.
Yes, this is another cheesy potato dish. However, this side from Chelsea’s Messy Apron has a few important differences. Not only do the potatoes crisp up, but you save oven space by using a crockpot. Sharp cheddar, milk, and sour cream form a creamy simple homemade cheese sauce. No cream of soup needed! Cook on high for 3 hours, then enjoy.
Read our blog from last year for even more Easter dinner recipes.
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